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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Scranton, PA
The median nurse manager & leadership pay in the Scranton area is $48.57 per hour ($101,030 a year), with the typical range running from $37.99 to $60.55. That ranks 271st of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 267th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Scranton. The free report below lists employers near Scranton and what they pay.
- $48.57median pay per hour, Scranton
- $38–$61typical range per hour
- 1,050nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Scranton, PA
The metro median is 3% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $49.87 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,050 medical and health services managers employed in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area, 4.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.20 | $64,900 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.99 | $79,020 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.57 | $101,030 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $60.55 | $125,940 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $80.58 | $167,610 | 42% above U.S. median |
How Scranton ranks
- 271st of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 267th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th 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.
What your pay buys in Scranton
- Overall prices in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 33% below the U.S. average (index 67.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.57 median hour buys what $51.92 buys at the national price level, 8% 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$1,749
- Per year: $87,426
- Per month: $7,286
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Scranton
| 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).
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Hospitals in Scranton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Scranton, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geisinger-Community Medical Center Scranton, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Regional Hospital Of Scranton Scranton, PA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 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 Lackawanna County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lackawanna County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem, PA | 56 mi | $51.11/hr | 79,453 |
| Allentown, PA | 57 mi | $51.11/hr | 127,138 |
| Reading, PA | 75 mi | $48.98/hr | 96,000 |
| Plainfield, NJ | 85 mi | $75.92/hr | 56,507 |
| Paterson, NJ | 85 mi | $75.92/hr | 160,463 |
| Clifton, NJ | 87 mi | $75.92/hr | 90,322 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do nurse manager & leaderships make in Scranton, PA?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area have a median pay of $48.57 per hour, about $101,030 a year. The middle half earn between $37.99 and $60.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Scranton a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre ranks 267th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 271st of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Scranton?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Scranton, led by Geisinger-Community Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Scranton 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 Scranton in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lackawanna 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 Scranton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Scranton 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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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
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$52.09High$97
5 Nurse Leader postings with published pay in Pennsylvania, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Nurse Leader roles
- Registered Nurse - Risk ManagerPermanent$81k–$155k/ year
- Clinical Manager Hospice RNPermanent$98k–$105k/ year
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