salary$105,660 a year$51 an hour · median pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$83,030per year
Top pay (top 10%)$141,330per year
Jobs in the area8,370people work this job
Can a registered nurse afford Stamford?
Expensive. Rent of $2,890 a month takes 32.8% 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 Stamford, CT?
The median pay for a registered nurse in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $105,660 a year ($51 an hour). Most earn between $83,030 and $141,330.
Can a registered nurse afford to live in Stamford?
Typical rent of $2,890 a month takes 32.8% 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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.