Registered Nurses pay in Augusta-Richmond County
In Augusta-Richmond County (GA), the median pay for registered nurses is $42.19 an hour ($87,760 a year). About 6,880 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($97,550). It is 6% lower than the Georgia median ($93,550).
Pay range for registered nurses in Augusta-Richmond County (GA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.54 | $69,760 |
| 25% of workers | $36.93 | $76,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $42.19 | $87,760 |
| 75% of workers | $48.30 | $100,450 |
| 90% of workers | $56.08 | $116,640 |
Registered Nurses pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $100,490 | 56,460 |
| Augusta-Richmond County (this page) | $87,760 | 6,880 |
| Savannah | $86,760 | 4,200 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $85,070 | 3,100 |
| Rome | $83,880 | 1,740 |
| Dalton | $83,290 | 1,000 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $82,630 | 1,010 |
| Columbus | $82,500 | 2,790 |
| Hinesville | $82,490 | 270 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $82,200 | 2,400 |
| Albany | $80,390 | 0 |
| Warner Robins | $78,980 | 1,090 |
| Valdosta | $74,360 | 1,110 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for registered nurses
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.6% over ten years, faster than average · about 180,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Augusta-Richmond County (GA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $37,140 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,760 |
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