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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Middletown, OH
Pay for nurse manager & leaderships in the Middletown area centers on $50.65 per hour, or about $105,360 a year. The lower quarter earns under $38.65 and the upper quarter over $65.22. That ranks 190th of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 225th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in the Middletown metro area. The free report below lists employers near Middletown and what they pay.
- $50.65median pay per hour, Cincinnati
- $39–$65typical range per hour
- 4,550nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Middletown, 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 4,550 medical and health services managers employed in the Cincinnati metro area, 4.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.84 | $66,230 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.65 | $80,390 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.65 | $105,360 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.22 | $135,660 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $84.11 | $174,950 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Middletown ranks
- 190th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 225th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Middletown
- Overall prices in Cincinnati run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.65 median hour buys what $53.11 buys at the national price level, 6% 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$1,823
- Per year: $91,170
- Per month: $7,598
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cincinnati metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Middletown
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $124 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,386 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,018 |
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 the Cincinnati area
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Cincinnati area, 6 of the 10 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Va Medical Center Cincinnati, OH | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health - West Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bethesda North Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Fort Hamilton Hughes Memorial Hospital Hamilton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Elizabeth Florence Florence, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Llc Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Butler County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Butler County (2 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton, OH | 13 mi | $50.65/hr | 63,953 |
| Kettering, OH | 18 mi | $50.48/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 21 mi | $50.48/hr | 136,346 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 26 mi | $50.65/hr | 314,915 |
| Springfield, OH | 42 mi | $47.88/hr | 58,138 |
| Muncie, IN | 73 mi | $46.68/hr | 65,320 |
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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 Middletown, OH?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Cincinnati metro area have a median pay of $50.65 per hour, about $105,360 a year. The middle half earn between $38.65 and $65.22 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Middletown a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Cincinnati ranks 225th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 190th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Middletown?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Cincinnati area, led by Christ Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Middletown 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 Middletown in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Butler 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 Middletown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Middletown is $124 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,386 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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