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Clinical Informaticist
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Nurse Informaticist jobs in Allentown, PA
The median nurse informaticist pay in the Allentown area is $46.69 per hour ($97,110 a year), with the typical range running from $38.69 to $49.47. That ranks 83rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 72nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Allentown. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Allentown.
- $46.69median pay per hour, Allentown
- $39–$49typical range per hour
- 10,510nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Informaticist pay in Allentown, PA
The metro median is 11% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $42.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 10,510 registered nurses employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 28.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.33).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.22 | $77,420 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.69 | $80,480 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.69 | $97,110 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.47 | $102,900 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.50 | $119,600 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Allentown ranks
- 83rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 72nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 15 Pennsylvania 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.
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- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.69 median hour buys what $46.70 buys at the national price level, 4% above 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.
Estimate your Allentown paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,681
- Per year: $84,042
- Per month: $7,004
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Allentown
CMS lists 1 hospital in Allentown.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Hospital Allentown, PA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem, PA | 6 mi | $46.69/hr | 79,453 |
| Reading, PA | 29 mi | $46.31/hr | 96,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $47.70/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Trenton, NJ | 45 mi | $46.94/hr | 91,193 |
| Camden, NJ | 49 mi | $47.70/hr | 71,749 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 55 mi | $54.56/hr | 57,487 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Pennsylvania · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Pennsylvania
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
Pennsylvania 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 Allentown, PA?
Nurse Informaticists in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $46.69 per hour, about $97,110 a year. The middle half earn between $38.69 and $49.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Allentown a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 72nd of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 83rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Allentown?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Allentown, led by Lehigh Valley Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Allentown as a nurse informaticist?
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Allentown?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Allentown and across Pennsylvania. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Allentown.
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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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Low$37Median$53.34High$80
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