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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Pay for nurse manager & leaderships in the Lake Havasu City area centers on $46.62 per hour, or about $96,970 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.74 and the upper quarter over $65.80. That ranks 331st of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 315th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lake Havasu City.
- $46.62median pay per hour, Lake Havasu City
- $32–$66typical range per hour
- 280nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Lake Havasu City, AZ
The metro median is 21% below the Arizona statewide median of $59.01 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 280 medical and health services managers employed in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area, 5.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.37).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.90 | $60,110 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.74 | $66,020 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.62 | $96,970 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.80 | $136,860 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $85.13 | $177,070 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Lake Havasu City ranks
- 331st of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 315th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 6 Arizona 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 Lake Havasu City
- Overall prices in Lake Havasu City-Kingman run 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.62 median hour buys what $49.54 buys at the national price level, 13% 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$1,678
- Per year: $83,916
- Per month: $6,993
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lake Havasu City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Lake Havasu City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havasu Regional Medical Center Lake Havasu City, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Mohave County
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include Mohave County (7 geographic, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson, NV | 112 mi | $50.72/hr | 350,039 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 114 mi | $49.62/hr | 51,440 |
| Surprise, AZ | 121 mi | $59.64/hr | 167,564 |
| Buckeye, AZ | 121 mi | $59.64/hr | 114,334 |
| Indio, CA | 122 mi | $62.96/hr | 94,275 |
| Peoria, AZ | 125 mi | $59.64/hr | 199,924 |
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License and tax basics in Arizona
Arizona 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 Arizona license by endorsement.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse manager & leaderships make in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area have a median pay of $46.62 per hour, about $96,970 a year. The middle half earn between $31.74 and $65.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lake Havasu City a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Lake Havasu City-Kingman ranks 315th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 331st of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Lake Havasu City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, led by Havasu Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Lake Havasu City as a nurse manager & leadership?
Arizona 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 Arizona license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lake Havasu City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include Mohave 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 Lake Havasu City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lake Havasu City is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$121.16/ hr$90–$148
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 6 postings$93.11/ hr$78–$157
- Veterans Health AdministrationLong Beach, CA · 3 postings$80.49/ hr$48–$110
- CommonSpirit HealthSAN BERNARDINO, CA · 7 postings$79.32/ hr$54–$135
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- Nurse Manager- SpecialtyPermanent$125k–$186k/ year
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