Nurse Informaticist jobs in Gastonia, NC
Nurse Informaticists in the Gastonia area earn a median of $40.76 per hour, about $84,780 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.96 and $49.12. That ranks 144th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 214th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Gastonia. The free report below lists employers near Gastonia and what they pay.
- $40.76median pay per hour, Charlotte
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 25,440nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Gastonia, NC
The metro median is 4% above the North Carolina statewide median of $39.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 25,440 registered nurses employed in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area, 19.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.28 | $67,140 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.96 | $78,960 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.76 | $84,780 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.12 | $102,170 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.58 | $107,290 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Gastonia ranks
- 144th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 214th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 North Carolina metro areas
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.
What your pay buys in Gastonia
- Overall prices in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.76 median hour buys what $41.87 buys at the national price level, 7% below the national median.
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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- Per year: $73,368
- Per month: $6,114
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Gastonia
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gastonia.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caromont Regional Medical Center Gastonia, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nurse Informaticist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 20 mi | $40.76/hr | 943,476 |
| Huntersville, NC | 21 mi | $40.76/hr | 67,087 |
| Greenville, SC | 72 mi | $38.26/hr | 74,371 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 79 mi | $40.51/hr | 255,769 |
| Asheville, NC | 80 mi | $38.81/hr | 94,992 |
| High Point, NC | 84 mi | $40.48/hr | 118,601 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Gastonia, NC?
Nurse Informaticists in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area have a median pay of $40.76 per hour, about $84,780 a year. The middle half earn between $37.96 and $49.12 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gastonia a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia ranks 214th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 144th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Gastonia?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gastonia, led by Caromont Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Gastonia 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 Gastonia?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Gastonia and across North Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Gastonia.
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- 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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