Registered Nurse salary in Vermont
What registered nurses earn in Vermont and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$97,460$46.86 per hour
vs U.S.−0%U.S. median $97,550
Middle half earn$82,210 – $105,210Top 10%: $126,100+
Jobs7,4101.12× the U.S. concentration
Registered Nurse pay in Vermont cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington-South Burlington, VT | $98,330 | $47.28 | 3,150 |
| Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area | $96,340 | $46.32 | 2,240 |
| Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area | $85,810 | $41.26 | 1,840 |
Hospitals and jobs in Vermont
Registered Nurse pay in similar states
Delaware · $99,520 Arizona · $99,500 Pennsylvania · $96,430 Illinois · $95,990 Texas · $95,970 Wisconsin · $95,530
Other healthcare salaries in Vermont
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $41,600 Nursing Assistants · $47,130 Medical Assistants · $47,250 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $69,930 Emergency Medical Technicians · $45,600 Pharmacy Technicians · $47,940 Physical Therapists · $97,970 Nurse Practitioners · $134,740 Psychiatric Technicians · $47,560 Dental Assistants · $52,760 Dental Hygienists · $97,470 Pharmacists · $136,270
Questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Vermont?
Registered Nurses in Vermont earned a median of $97,460 a year ($46.86 an hour) in May 2025, about the same as the national median of $97,550. The middle half earned $82,210 to $105,210.
Where in Vermont do registered nurses earn the most?
Among areas in Vermont, pay was highest in Burlington-South Burlington, VT at $98,330.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.