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Nurse Manager
Acadia Healthcare · Valdosta, GA
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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Valdosta, GA
The median nurse manager & leadership pay in the Valdosta area is $54.60 per hour ($113,570 a year), with the typical range running from $43.27 to $67.28. That ranks 129th of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 51st of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Valdosta. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Valdosta.
- $54.60median pay per hour, Valdosta
- $43–$67typical range per hour
- 100nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Director of Nursing
PruittHealth · Valdosta, GA
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RN - Unit Manager
PruittHealth · Valdosta, GA
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Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Valdosta, GA
The metro median is 17% below the Georgia statewide median of $65.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 100 medical and health services managers employed in the Valdosta metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.52).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.29 | $69,240 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $43.27 | $90,000 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $54.60 | $113,570 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $67.28 | $139,940 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $100.08 | $208,170 | 76% above U.S. median |
How Valdosta ranks
- 129th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 51st of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 11 Georgia 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.
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- Overall prices in Valdosta run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 58.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $54.60 median hour buys what $61.85 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Valdosta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,966
- Per year: $98,280
- Per month: $8,190
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Valdosta metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Valdosta
| 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).
Open Nurse Manager & Leadership roles in Georgia
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Supervisory Nurse (Clinical/Emergency Department)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Gordon, GA
$106k–$138k/ year
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RN Clinical Manager Home Health $20k Sign on Bonus
Amedisys · Tucker, GA
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Hospitals in Valdosta
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Valdosta, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sgmc Health Valdosta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Greenleaf Center Valdosta, GA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Lowndes County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lowndes County (1 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tallahassee, FL | 64 mi | $50.00/hr | 205,089 |
| Albany, GA | 73 mi | $66.13/hr | 66,705 |
| Gainesville, FL | 98 mi | $56.34/hr | 148,720 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 103 mi | $51.73/hr | 1,009,833 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 123 mi | $51.01/hr | 86,199 |
| Dothan, AL | 129 mi | $40.15/hr | 71,650 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement.
Georgia 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 Valdosta, GA?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Valdosta metro area have a median pay of $54.60 per hour, about $113,570 a year. The middle half earn between $43.27 and $67.28 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Valdosta a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Valdosta ranks 51st of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 129th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Valdosta?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Valdosta, led by Sgmc Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Valdosta as a nurse manager & leadership?
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Valdosta in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lowndes 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 Valdosta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Valdosta 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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- AmedisysTucker, GA · 3 postings$41.59/ hr$39–$48
- 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
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