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Nurse vs Registered Nurse salary
Nurse vs Registered Nurse pay in United States: mid-level anchors, USD equivalents where applicable, and links to full country guides—transparent methodology, no signup.
Figures use Toolminator's static salary model (ranges for comparison, not job listings). Methodology & limitations.
| Role | Mid-level range (USD) | USD equivalent (mid) |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse | $75,816–$94,349 | $85,083 |
| Registered Nurse | $81,180–$101,024 | $91,102 |
In our static United States model, mid-level Registered Nurse averages about 7% more than nurse on a USD-equivalent basis—not a live offer or payroll feed.
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