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Nurse salary in Alabama

How much does a Nurse make in Alabama?

Average base salary

$27.90
same
as national average
Average $27.90
Low $16.87
High $46.14
Overtime
$10,000per year
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a nurse is $27.90 per hour in Alabama and $10,000 overtime per year.157 salaries reported, updated at May 13, 2024

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Job openings in Alabama

Diversicare Health Care2.7
Foley, AL
Full-time
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1 day ago
Koch Foods3.3
Collinsville, AL
Full-time
1 day ago
Water Oak Villa
Jasper, AL
From $20 an hour
Part-time
1 day ago
Diversicare Health Care2.7
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
2 days ago
Diversicare Health Care2.7
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
2 days ago
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Salaries by years of experience in Alabama

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1 to 2 years
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6 to 9 years
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Top companies for Nurses in Alabama

  1. Aspen Medical
    4.4
    56 reviews17 salaries reported
    $70.00per hour
  2. $29.43per hour
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Highest paying cities for Nurses near Alabama

  1. Alabaster, AL
    $41.00 per hour
    5 salaries reported
  2. Tuscaloosa, AL
    $37.54 per hour
    5 salaries reported
  3. Pell City, AL
    $31.54 per hour
    9 salaries reported
  4. Talladega, AL
    $29.68 per hour
    15 salaries reported
  5. Albertville, AL
    $29.11 per hour
    9 salaries reported
  6. Mobile, AL
    $27.83 per hour
    7 salaries reported
  7. Montgomery, AL
    $26.18 per hour
    6 salaries reported
  8. Dothan, AL
    $25.18 per hour
    6 salaries reported
  9. Birmingham, AL
    $23.85 per hour
    26 salaries reported
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Where can a Nurse earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Nurses

Top certifications
Counseling Certification
+104.64%salary
Top licenses
Certified Nurse Practitioner
+42.75%salary
Top specialties
Critical & Intensive Care
+27.19%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top CertificationsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
2 jobs4
21 jobs31
28 jobs35
173 jobs516
76 jobs184
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Most common benefits for Nurses

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • 403(b)
  • 457(b)
  • Adoption assistance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Free parking
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Housing stipend
  • License reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Loan forgiveness
  • Loan repayment program
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid housing
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 885 ratings

55% of Nurses in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Alabama?

Registered Nurse

100 job openings
Average $39.54 per hour

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

100 job openings
Average $55.85 per hour

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

100 job openings
Average $1,850 per week

Registered Nurse - Home Health

100 job openings
Average $38.46 per hour
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Common questions about salaries for a Nurse

Do nurses get paid while training?

Payment while training depends on the specific program you choose. Apprentice programs often add the benefit of earning while you gain on-the-job training.

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How much do similar professions to nurse get paid?

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As a nurse, how can I know if I am being paid fairly?

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