Nurse Informaticist jobs in Nashville, TN
The median nurse informaticist pay in the Nashville area is $39.02 per hour ($81,170 a year), with the typical range running from $37.42 to $48.39. That ranks 216th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 271st of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Nashville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Nashville.
- $39.02median pay per hour, Nashville
- $37–$48typical range per hour
- 24,460nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Nashville, TN
The metro median is 3% above the Tennessee statewide median of $38.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 24,460 registered nurses employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 22.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.94 | $64,360 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.42 | $77,830 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.02 | $81,170 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.39 | $100,650 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.18 | $108,530 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Nashville ranks
- 216th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 271st of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 10 Tennessee 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 Nashville
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.02 median hour buys what $40.50 buys at the national price level, 10% 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: $70,236
- Per month: $5,853
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Nashville
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Metro Nashville General Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System Nashville, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Skyline Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Middle Tn Mental Health Institute Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, TN | 14 mi | $39.02/hr | 63,947 |
| Franklin, TN | 18 mi | $39.02/hr | 89,142 |
| Clarksville, TN | 41 mi | $37.47/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 59 mi | $36.84/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 101 mi | $31.75/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 102 mi | $31.75/hr | 230,402 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Tennessee · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Tennessee
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
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Nashville
Nashville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Nashville, TN?
Nurse Informaticists in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $39.02 per hour, about $81,170 a year. The middle half earn between $37.42 and $48.39 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nashville a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 271st of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 216th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Nashville?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Nashville as a nurse informaticist?
Tennessee 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 Tennessee license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Nashville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Nashville and across Tennessee. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Nashville.
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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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