salary$91,380 a year$44 an hour · median pay in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$72,640per year
Top pay (top 10%)$129,150per year
Jobs in the area61,670people work this job
Can a registered nurse afford Boca Raton?
Expensive. Rent of $2,932 a month takes 38.5% of the median registered nurse salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Boca Raton, FL?
The median pay for a registered nurse in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area is $91,380 a year ($44 an hour). Most earn between $72,640 and $129,150.
Can a registered nurse afford to live in Boca Raton?
Typical rent of $2,932 a month takes 38.5% of the median registered nurse salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area.