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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Columbus, OH
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Columbus area earn a median of $51.26 per hour, about $106,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.06 and $66.09. That ranks 173rd of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 204th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Columbus. The free report below lists employers near Columbus and what they pay.
- $51.26median pay per hour, Columbus
- $39–$66typical range per hour
- 4,970nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Columbus, OH
The metro median is 2% above the Ohio statewide median of $50.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 4,970 medical and health services managers employed in the Columbus metro area, 4.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.25).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.37 | $67,330 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.06 | $81,240 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $51.26 | $106,630 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.09 | $137,470 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $88.38 | $183,830 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 173rd of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 204th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 12 Ohio 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 Columbus run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.26 median hour buys what $53.69 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.
Estimate your Columbus paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,845
- Per year: $92,268
- Per month: $7,689
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbus
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,477 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,201 |
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).
Open Nurse Manager & Leadership roles in Ohio
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Hospitals in Columbus
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus, 2 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ohio State University State Health System Columbus, OH | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grant Medical Center Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Carmel East & West Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Mount Carmel Behavioral Health Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Vista Health And Wellness Llc Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Sun Behavioral Columbus Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 Franklin County
HRSA lists 14 active primary care shortage designations that include Franklin County (7 population-group, 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark, OH | 30 mi | $51.26/hr | 51,424 |
| Springfield, OH | 43 mi | $47.88/hr | 58,138 |
| Kettering, OH | 65 mi | $50.48/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 66 mi | $50.48/hr | 136,346 |
| Middletown, OH | 80 mi | $50.65/hr | 52,291 |
| Hamilton, OH | 93 mi | $50.65/hr | 63,953 |
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License and tax basics in Ohio
Ohio 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 Ohio license by endorsement.
Ohio 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 Columbus, OH?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $51.26 per hour, about $106,630 a year. The middle half earn between $39.06 and $66.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 204th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 173rd of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Columbus?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus, led by Doctors Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Columbus as a nurse manager & leadership?
Ohio 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 Ohio license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Columbus in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 14 active primary care shortage designations that include Franklin 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 Columbus?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbus is $131 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,477 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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