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Assistant Program Manager Supervisor
Veterans Health Administration · Tuscaloosa, AL
$71k–$129k/ year
Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Mobile, AL
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Mobile area earn a median of $45.59 per hour, about $94,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.19 and $52.41. That ranks 354th of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 270th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Mobile. The free report below lists employers near Mobile and what they pay.
- $45.59median pay per hour, Mobile
- $38–$52typical range per hour
- 730nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Mobile, AL
The metro median is 2% above the Alabama statewide median of $44.69 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 730 medical and health services managers employed in the Mobile metro area, 4.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.17).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.00 | $64,480 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.19 | $79,440 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.59 | $94,830 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.41 | $109,010 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $71.53 | $148,780 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Mobile ranks
- 354th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 270th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 8 Alabama metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse manager & leadership. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Medical and Health Services Managers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Mobile
- Overall prices in Mobile run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 60.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.59 median hour buys what $51.75 buys at the national price level, 9% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,641
- Per year: $82,062
- Per month: $6,839
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Mobile metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Mobile
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $114 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,316 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,108 |
Travel nurse manager & leadership assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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Hospitals in Mobile
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springhill Medical Center Mobile, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health Hca Providence Hospital, Llc Mobile, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mobile Infirmary Medical Center Mobile, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health University Hospital Mobile, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health Children's & Women's Hospital Mobile, AL | Children's | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| Baypointe Behavioral Health Mobile, AL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Mobile County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Mobile County (1 population-group, 4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FL | 57 mi | $48.60/hr | 53,898 |
| Gulfport, MS | 60 mi | $48.20/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 117 mi | $50.02/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 136 mi | $50.02/hr | 64,650 |
| Montgomery, AL | 159 mi | $47.35/hr | 195,818 |
| Dothan, AL | 165 mi | $40.15/hr | 71,650 |
Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Alabama · Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Alabama
Alabama 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 Alabama license by endorsement.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Mobile
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Common questions
How much do nurse manager & leaderships make in Mobile, AL?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Mobile metro area have a median pay of $45.59 per hour, about $94,830 a year. The middle half earn between $38.19 and $52.41 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Mobile a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Mobile ranks 270th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 354th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Mobile?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile, led by Springhill Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Mobile as a nurse manager & leadership?
Alabama 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 Alabama license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Mobile in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Mobile County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Mobile?
The federal per diem benchmark in Mobile is $114 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,316 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Nurse Leader pay reportMobile, AL · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Global Nursing RecruitersMobile, AL · 2 wage offers$42.17/ hr$42–$43
- Global Nursing RecruitersGadsden, AL · 1 wage offer$39.49/ hr$38–$41
- AB Health Corp LLCAlabama · 1 wage offer$33.17/ hr$31–$35
- AB Health Corp LLCAshland Al, AL · 1 wage offer$32.45/ hr$31–$34
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$31Median$33.17High$42
7 employer-reported wage offers for Nurse Leader in federal filings in Alabama, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Nurse Leader roles
- Assistant Program Manager SupervisorPermanent$71k–$129k/ year
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