NC · Durham · Updated October 15, 2026

Nurse Informaticist jobs in Durham, NC

The median nurse informaticist pay in North Carolina is $39.36 per hour ($81,860 a year), with the typical range running from $35.92 to $47.46. That is 13% below the U.S. median of $45.00 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Durham. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Durham.

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Nurse Informaticist pay in Durham, NC

Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 108,510 registered nurses employed in North Carolina.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$30.86$64,19031% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$35.92$74,71020% below U.S. median
Median$39.36$81,86013% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$47.46$98,7205% above U.S. median
Top 10%$51.50$107,12014% above U.S. median

BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse informaticist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

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What your pay buys in Durham

  • Overall prices in Durham-Chapel Hill run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.9).

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,417
  • Per year: $70,848
  • Per month: $5,904

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for North Carolina. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Hospitals in Durham

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Durham.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Duke Regional Hospital
Durham, NC
Acute careGovernment and federal5 of 5Yes
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
Acute careFor-profit5 of 5Yes
Durham Va Medical Center
Durham, NC
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes
North Carolina Specialty Hospital
Durham, NC
Acute careFor-profitNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Nurse Informaticist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Chapel Hill, NC9 mi$39.36/hr64,028
Cary, NC14 mi$40.80/hr182,659
Apex, NC17 mi$40.80/hr75,977
Raleigh, NC18 mi$40.80/hr499,825
Wake Forest, NC22 mi$40.80/hr56,764
Burlington, NC33 mi$41.88/hr61,365

Nurse Informaticist jobs in North Carolina · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Carolina

Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.

  • Active RN license
  • Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
  • EHR build or analyst experience

North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

North Carolina state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide

Other healthcare roles in Durham

Durham city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do nurse informaticists make in Durham, NC?

Nurse Informaticists in North Carolina have a median pay of $39.36 per hour, about $81,860 a year. The middle half earn between $35.92 and $47.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do nurse informaticists work in Durham?

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Durham, led by Duke Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Durham as a nurse informaticist?

North Carolina is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a North Carolina license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Durham?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
  • Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
  • CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
  • CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78

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2What they are offering now

Low$37Median$53.34High$80

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