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Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN
Fresenius Medical Care · Kalamazoo, MI
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Registered Nurse jobs in Kalamazoo, MI
The median registered nurse pay in the Kalamazoo area is $40.53 per hour ($84,300 a year), with the typical range running from $37.73 to $49.06. That ranks 153rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 172nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kalamazoo.
- $40.53median pay per hour, Kalamazoo
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 3,220registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Fresenius Medical Care · Kalamazoo, MI
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Registered Nurse pay in Kalamazoo, MI
The metro median is 2% below the Michigan statewide median of $41.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,220 registered nurses employed in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area, 26.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.06 | $70,840 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.73 | $78,480 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.53 | $84,300 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.06 | $102,040 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.60 | $103,170 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Kalamazoo ranks
- 153rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 172nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 12 Michigan 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 Kalamazoo-Portage run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 81.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.53 median hour buys what $42.74 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Kalamazoo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,459
- Per year: $72,954
- Per month: $6,080
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kalamazoo
| 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 Michigan
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PRN Weekend RN Field Nurse, Home Health
AccentCare · Madison Heights, MI
$86k–$96k/ year
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Registered Nurse (Wound Care) Full Time, Days
Holland Hospital · Holland, MI
$34.43–$51.64/ hour
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Registered Nurse (Emergency) Full Time, 10pm to 7am
Holland Hospital · Holland, MI
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Registered Nurse- Outpatient
Veterans Health Administration · Detroit, MI
$81k–$140k/ year
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Wound Care Nurse (RN)
Select Medical · Detroit, MI
$40.64–$54.00/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Progressive Care
Veterans Health Administration · Ann Arbor, MI
$81k–$140k/ year
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Hospitals in Kalamazoo
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Borgess Medical Center Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kalamazoo Behavioral Health Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | 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 Kalamazoo County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Kalamazoo County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek, MI | 18 mi | $46.04/hr | 52,205 |
| Kentwood, MI | 42 mi | $38.90/hr | 54,768 |
| Wyoming, MI | 43 mi | $38.90/hr | 78,559 |
| Elkhart, IN | 45 mi | $39.16/hr | 53,690 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 48 mi | $38.90/hr | 200,117 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 51 mi | $41.18/hr | 51,020 |
Registered Nurse jobs in Michigan · Registered Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Michigan
Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Kalamazoo
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Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Kalamazoo, MI?
Registered Nurses in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area have a median pay of $40.53 per hour, about $84,300 a year. The middle half earn between $37.73 and $49.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kalamazoo a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Kalamazoo-Portage ranks 172nd of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 153rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered nurses work in Kalamazoo?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, led by Bronson Methodist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kalamazoo as a registered nurse?
Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kalamazoo in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
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Your RN pay reportKalamazoo, MI · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationIron Mountain, MI · 8 postings$53.14/ hr$34–$71
- Select MedicalDetroit, MI · 4 postings$46.32/ hr$39–$56
- Acadia HealthcareBattle Creek, MI · 2 postings$45.14/ hr$36–$54
- AccentCareMadison Heights, MI · 2 postings$43.75/ hr$41–$46
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2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$45.14High$63
27 RN postings with published pay in Michigan, 23 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 27 RN roles
- PRN Weekend RN Field Nurse, Home HealthPer diem$86k–$96k/ year
- Registered Nurse (Wound Care) Full Time, DaysPermanent$34.43–$51.64/ hour
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