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Registered Nurse RN Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL
Pay for registered nurses in the Tuscaloosa area centers on $33.07 per hour, or about $68,790 a year. The lower quarter earns under $26.55 and the upper quarter over $38.79. That ranks 366th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 326th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tuscaloosa.
- $33.07median pay per hour, Tuscaloosa
- $27–$39typical range per hour
- 2,460registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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18 more open roles from employers in Tuscaloosa. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Registered Nurse RN Home Health - Part Time - Exempt
Enhabit Home Health · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse, RN - MICU3
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
RN - 5N - Cardiac/Neuro Medical and Acute Stroke Unit
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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RN - 6N - Cardiac Medical Unit
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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PRN - RN - CICU - Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse/RN - Rapid Response
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse/RN - Heart Failure/Stroke Unit 5 North
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse/RN - Medical Respiratory Unit - 7 North
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse, RN - TSICU
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse, RN - Cardiology Prep & Discharge
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Communication Center RN
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Registered Nurse pay in Tuscaloosa, AL
The metro median is 3% below the Alabama statewide median of $34.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 2,460 registered nurses employed in the Tuscaloosa metro area, 22.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.65 | $53,350 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.55 | $55,220 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.07 | $68,790 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.79 | $80,680 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.13 | $102,190 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Tuscaloosa ranks
- 366th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 326th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 8 Alabama metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Tuscaloosa run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 58.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.07 median hour buys what $37.70 buys at the national price level, 16% 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 Tuscaloosa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,191
- Per year: $59,526
- Per month: $4,960
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tuscaloosa metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tuscaloosa
| 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 registered nurse 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).
Open Registered Nurse roles in Alabama
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Tuscaloosa as they open.
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Inpatient Staff Registered Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Birmingham, AL
$80k–$153k/ year
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Registered Nurse
Amedisys · Carrollton, AL
$73k–$80k/ year
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Registered Nurse
Amedisys · Citronelle, AL
$73k–$80k/ year
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Patient Aligned Care Team Outpatient Clinical Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Florence, AL
$69k–$115k/ year
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REGISTERED NURSE
North Mississippi Health Services · Hamilton, AL
$28.42–$42.63/ hour
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Registered Nurse - PRN
Amedisys · Brent, AL
$35.00–$45.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Tuscaloosa
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dch Regional Medical Center Tuscaloosa, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tuscaloosa Va Medical Center Tuscaloosa, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Bryce Hospital Tuscaloosa, AL | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Mary S Harper Geriatric Psychiatry Center Tuscaloosa, AL | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Tuscaloosa County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Tuscaloosa County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover, AL | 43 mi | $36.55/hr | 93,013 |
| Birmingham, AL | 47 mi | $36.55/hr | 196,357 |
| Montgomery, AL | 95 mi | $38.58/hr | 195,818 |
| Decatur, AL | 98 mi | $32.22/hr | 57,974 |
| Madison, AL | 111 mi | $31.75/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 112 mi | $31.75/hr | 230,402 |
Registered Nurse jobs in Alabama · Registered Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Alabama
Alabama 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 Alabama license by endorsement.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Registered Nurses in the Tuscaloosa metro area have a median pay of $33.07 per hour, about $68,790 a year. The middle half earn between $26.55 and $38.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tuscaloosa a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Tuscaloosa ranks 326th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 366th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered nurses work in Tuscaloosa?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa, led by Dch Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Tuscaloosa as a registered nurse?
Alabama 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 Alabama license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Tuscaloosa in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tuscaloosa 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.
Does Valorem Health place registered nurses in Tuscaloosa?
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Your RN pay reportTuscaloosa, AL · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationBirmingham, AL · 2 postings$50.19/ hr$33–$73
- Global Nursing RecruitersMobile, AL · 2 wage offers$38.03/ hr$36–$40
- Global Nursing RecruitersGadsden, AL · 3 wage offers$37.76/ hr$33–$38
- AmedisysCarrollton, AL · 12 postings$37.49/ hr$34–$45
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2What they are offering now
Low$28Median$36.78High$43
29 RN postings with published pay in Alabama, 27 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 29 RN roles
- Inpatient Staff Registered NursePermanent$80k–$153k/ year
- Registered NursePermanent$73k–$80k/ year
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