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Registered Nurse jobs in Utica, NY
The median registered nurse pay in the Utica area is $41.36 per hour ($86,020 a year), with the typical range running from $38.15 to $48.36. That ranks 128th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 112th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Utica. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Utica.
- $41.36median pay per hour, Utica
- $38–$48typical range per hour
- 2,430registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Registered Nurse pay in Utica, NY
The metro median is 19% below the New York statewide median of $50.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 2,430 registered nurses employed in the Utica-Rome metro area, 20.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.08 | $62,570 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.15 | $79,350 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.36 | $86,020 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.36 | $100,590 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.82 | $109,870 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Utica ranks
- 128th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 112th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 11 New York 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 Utica-Rome run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.36 median hour buys what $44.63 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Utica paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,489
- Per year: $74,448
- Per month: $6,204
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Utica-Rome metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Utica
| 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).
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Hospitals in Utica
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Utica, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wynn Hospital Utica, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center Utica, NY | 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 Oneida County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Oneida County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse, NY | 46 mi | $40.34/hr | 146,097 |
| Schenectady, NY | 69 mi | $44.46/hr | 69,495 |
| Albany, NY | 78 mi | $44.46/hr | 101,317 |
| Troy, NY | 82 mi | $44.46/hr | 51,065 |
| Scranton, PA | 119 mi | $39.16/hr | 75,905 |
| Rochester, NY | 121 mi | $45.68/hr | 207,282 |
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License and tax basics in New York
New York is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the New York board for a license by endorsement before working here.
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Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Utica, NY?
Registered Nurses in the Utica-Rome metro area have a median pay of $41.36 per hour, about $86,020 a year. The middle half earn between $38.15 and $48.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Utica a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Utica-Rome ranks 112th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 128th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered nurses work in Utica?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Utica, led by Wynn Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Utica as a registered nurse?
New York is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the New York board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Utica in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Oneida 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 Utica?
The federal per diem benchmark in Utica 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 reportUtica, NY · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 62 postings$65.07/ hr$48–$89
- Garnet HealthMiddletown, NY · 10 postings$59.64/ hr$35–$78
- AmedisysCarle Place, NY · 3 postings$56.49/ hr$36–$65
- Health FirstBronx, NY · 16 postings$52.88/ hr$39–$58
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2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$50.88High$66
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