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Nurse Manager
Select Medical · Harrisburg, PA
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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Harrisburg, PA
The median nurse manager & leadership pay in the Harrisburg area is $49.72 per hour ($103,420 a year), with the typical range running from $40.70 to $61.53. That ranks 213th of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 301st of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Harrisburg.
- $49.72median pay per hour, Harrisburg
- $41–$62typical range per hour
- 1,500nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Harrisburg, PA
The metro median is in line with the Pennsylvania statewide median of $49.87 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,500 medical and health services managers employed in the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area, 4.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.14 | $68,930 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.70 | $84,660 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.72 | $103,420 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $61.53 | $127,980 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $83.83 | $174,370 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Harrisburg ranks
- 213th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 301st of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg-Carlisle run 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.72 median hour buys what $50.40 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Harrisburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,790
- Per year: $89,496
- Per month: $7,458
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Harrisburg
| 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).
Open Nurse Manager & Leadership roles in Pennsylvania
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$81k–$155k/ year
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Hospitals in Harrisburg
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals Harrisburg, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute Harrisburg, PA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Dauphin County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Dauphin County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 35 mi | $49.61/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 51 mi | $48.98/hr | 96,000 |
| Frederick, MD | 65 mi | $65.62/hr | 89,537 |
| Baltimore, MD | 69 mi | $62.98/hr | 568,271 |
| Allentown, PA | 77 mi | $51.11/hr | 127,138 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 80 mi | $65.62/hr | 70,686 |
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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license by endorsement.
Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg, PA?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area have a median pay of $49.72 per hour, about $103,420 a year. The middle half earn between $40.70 and $61.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Harrisburg a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Harrisburg-Carlisle ranks 301st of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 213th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Harrisburg?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg, led by Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Harrisburg as a nurse manager & leadership?
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Harrisburg in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Dauphin 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 Harrisburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in Harrisburg 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 2 postings$54.37/ hr$37–$74
- AmedisysBensalem, PA · 2 postings$46.88/ hr$43–$50
- UPMC St. MargaretPittsburgh, PA · 2 wage offers$45.63/ hr$46–$46
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Low$38Median$52.09High$97
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