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Registered Nurse jobs in Albany, GA
The median registered nurse pay in the Albany area is $41.61 per hour ($86,560 a year), with the typical range running from $32.51 to $48.97. That ranks 125th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 65th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Albany. The free report below lists employers near Albany and what they pay.
- $41.61median pay per hour, Albany
- $33–$49typical range per hour
- 1,380registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Albany. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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PruittHealth · Albany, GA
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PruittHealth · Albany, GA
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Registered Nurse pay in Albany, GA
The metro median is in line with the Georgia statewide median of $41.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 1,380 registered nurses employed in the Albany metro area, 23.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.10).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.31 | $65,120 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.51 | $67,620 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.61 | $86,560 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.97 | $101,860 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.54 | $109,280 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Albany ranks
- 125th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 65th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 Georgia 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 Albany run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 45% below the U.S. average (index 54.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.61 median hour buys what $47.46 buys at the national price level, 5% above 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 Albany paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,498
- Per year: $74,898
- Per month: $6,242
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Albany metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Albany
| 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 Georgia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Albany as they open.
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Outpatient Mental Health RN
Veterans Health Administration · Fort McPherson, GA
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Registered Nurse (RN) / Days
Select Medical · Atlanta, GA
$44.58–$60.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Albany
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Albany, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Albany, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| South Georgia Specialty Hospital Albany, GA | Acute care | 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 Dougherty County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Dougherty County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valdosta, GA | 73 mi | $35.79/hr | 55,667 |
| Columbus, GA | 76 mi | $38.15/hr | 201,830 |
| Dothan, AL | 76 mi | $31.28/hr | 71,650 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 77 mi | $42.44/hr | 86,199 |
| Tallahassee, FL | 78 mi | $36.54/hr | 205,089 |
| Macon, GA | 90 mi | $39.50/hr | 157,056 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement.
Georgia 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 Albany, GA?
Registered Nurses in the Albany metro area have a median pay of $41.61 per hour, about $86,560 a year. The middle half earn between $32.51 and $48.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Albany a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Albany ranks 65th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 125th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered nurses work in Albany?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Albany, led by Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Albany as a registered nurse?
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Albany in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Dougherty 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 Albany?
The federal per diem benchmark in Albany 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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Your RN pay reportAlbany, GA · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Emory Healthcare, Inc.Atlanta, GA · 10 wage offers$50.37/ hr$42–$60
- Advocate HealthMacon, GA · 38 postings$47.75/ hr$25–$57
- BrightSpring Health ServicesATLANTA, GA · 2 postings$47.50/ hr$45–$50
- Select MedicalSavannah, GA · 7 postings$46.94/ hr$37–$62
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$37Median$47.75High$57
74 RN postings with published pay in Georgia, 71 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 74 RN roles
- Outpatient Mental Health RNPermanent$91k–$160k/ year
- Registered Nurse (RN) / DaysPermanent$44.58–$60.00/ hour
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