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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Dayton, OH
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Dayton area earn a median of $50.48 per hour, about $105,000 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.20 and $65.82. That ranks 197th of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 175th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Dayton. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Dayton.
- $50.48median pay per hour, Dayton
- $39–$66typical range per hour
- 1,770nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Dayton, OH
The metro median is in line with the Ohio statewide median of $50.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,770 medical and health services managers employed in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area, 4.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.29).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.50 | $67,600 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.20 | $81,540 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.48 | $105,000 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.82 | $136,910 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $91.47 | $190,260 | 61% above U.S. median |
How Dayton ranks
- 197th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 175th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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.
What your pay buys in Dayton
- Overall prices in Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.48 median hour buys what $54.46 buys at the national price level, 4% 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$1,817
- Per year: $90,864
- Per month: $7,572
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Dayton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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 Dayton
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Dayton, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton Va Medical Center Dayton, OH | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kettering Health Dayton Dayton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Miami Valley Hospital Dayton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dayton Childrens Hospital Dayton, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Dayton, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Dayton Dayton, OH | 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 Montgomery County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Montgomery County (1 population-group, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering, OH | 7 mi | $50.48/hr | 57,028 |
| Middletown, OH | 21 mi | $50.65/hr | 52,291 |
| Springfield, OH | 24 mi | $47.88/hr | 58,138 |
| Hamilton, OH | 33 mi | $50.65/hr | 63,953 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 47 mi | $50.65/hr | 314,915 |
| Columbus, OH | 66 mi | $51.26/hr | 933,263 |
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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 Dayton, OH?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area have a median pay of $50.48 per hour, about $105,000 a year. The middle half earn between $39.20 and $65.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Dayton a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek ranks 175th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 197th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Dayton?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Dayton, led by Dayton Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Dayton 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 Dayton in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Montgomery 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 Dayton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Dayton is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 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 employers
- Dayton Osteopathic HospitalDayton, OH · 1 wage offer$55.51/ hr$56–$56
- 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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