salary$80,970 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Wilmington, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$67,510per year
Top pay (top 10%)$103,250per year
Jobs in the area5,040people work this job
Can a registered nurse afford Wilmington?
OK. Rent of $1,730 a month takes 25.6% 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 Wilmington, NC?
The median pay for a registered nurse in the Wilmington, NC area is $80,970 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $67,510 and $103,250.
Can a registered nurse afford to live in Wilmington?
Typical rent of $1,730 a month takes 25.6% of the median registered nurse salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Wilmington, NC metro area.