Nurse Informaticist jobs in Appleton, WI
Pay for nurse informaticists in the Appleton area centers on $39.35 per hour, or about $81,850 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.77 and the upper quarter over $47.43. That ranks 191st of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 179th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Appleton. The free report below lists employers near Appleton and what they pay.
- $39.35median pay per hour, Appleton
- $38–$47typical range per hour
- 2,040nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Appleton, WI
The metro median is 5% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $41.38 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 2,040 registered nurses employed in the Appleton metro area, 16.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.49 | $69,660 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.77 | $78,560 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.35 | $81,850 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.43 | $98,650 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.58 | $105,210 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Appleton ranks
- 191st of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 179th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 12 Wisconsin 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 Appleton
- Overall prices in Appleton run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.35 median hour buys what $42.58 buys at the national price level, 5% 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: $70,830
- Per month: $5,902
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Appleton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Appleton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Appleton.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Ne Wisconsin - St Elizabeth Campus Appleton, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc Appleton, WI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh, WI | 20 mi | $39.90/hr | 67,242 |
| Green Bay, WI | 26 mi | $38.24/hr | 106,311 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 87 mi | $40.38/hr | 563,531 |
| Waukesha, WI | 88 mi | $40.38/hr | 71,461 |
| West Allis, WI | 90 mi | $40.38/hr | 59,784 |
| Madison, WI | 97 mi | $43.26/hr | 285,300 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Wisconsin · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Wisconsin
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
Wisconsin 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 Appleton, WI?
Nurse Informaticists in the Appleton metro area have a median pay of $39.35 per hour, about $81,850 a year. The middle half earn between $37.77 and $47.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Appleton a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Appleton ranks 179th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 191st of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Appleton?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Appleton, led by Ascension Ne Wisconsin - St Elizabeth Campus. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Appleton as a nurse informaticist?
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Appleton?
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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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