salary$131,750 a year$63 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$101,180per year
Top pay (top 10%)$157,970per year
Jobs in the area4,010people work this job
Can a registered nurse afford Salem?
Cheap. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 15.4% of the median registered nurse salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Salem, OR?
The median pay for a registered nurse in the Salem, OR area is $131,750 a year ($63 an hour). Most earn between $101,180 and $157,970.
Can a registered nurse afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 15.4% of the median registered nurse salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Salem, OR metro area.