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RN / Registered Nurse Home Health Weekends Only
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Registered Nurse jobs in Medford, OR
Registered Nurses in the Medford area earn a median of $53.84 per hour, about $111,980 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $46.33 and $57.13. That ranks 33rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 31st of 335 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Medford. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Medford.
- $53.84median pay per hour, Medford
- $46–$57typical range per hour
- 2,370registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 10% below the Oregon statewide median of $59.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 2,370 registered nurses employed in the Medford metro area, 26.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.25).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $43.86 | $91,230 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $46.33 | $96,370 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $53.84 | $111,980 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $57.13 | $118,830 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.55 | $132,180 | 41% above U.S. median |
How Medford ranks
- 33rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 31st of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 7 Oregon 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.
What your pay buys in Medford
- Overall prices in Medford run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $53.84 median hour buys what $53.08 buys at the national price level, 18% 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 Medford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,938
- Per year: $96,912
- Per month: $8,076
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Medford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Medford
| 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).
Hospitals in Medford
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Medford, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center Medford, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence Medford Medical Center Medford, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Jackson County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Jackson County (1 population-group, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, OR | 119 mi | $51.22/hr | 61,182 |
| Eugene, OR | 120 mi | $51.22/hr | 178,786 |
| Redding, CA | 125 mi | $60.09/hr | 93,502 |
| Bend, OR | 142 mi | $62.57/hr | 106,926 |
| Corvallis, OR | 156 mi | $55.05/hr | 61,993 |
| Albany, OR | 159 mi | $55.05/hr | 57,156 |
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License and tax basics in Oregon
Oregon is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Oregon board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Oregon 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 Medford, OR?
Registered Nurses in the Medford metro area have a median pay of $53.84 per hour, about $111,980 a year. The middle half earn between $46.33 and $57.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Medford a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Medford ranks 31st of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in Medford?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Medford. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Medford.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Medford as a registered nurse?
Oregon is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Oregon board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Medford in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Jackson 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 Medford?
The federal per diem benchmark in Medford 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 reportMedford, OR · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- LifePoint HealthMcMinnville, OR · 3 postings$67.36/ hr$57–$78
- Saint Charles Health SystemMadras, OR · 7 postings$66.56/ hr$46–$80
- US Oncology NetworkTigard, OR · 2 postings$55.50/ hr$41–$69
- AmedisysRoseburg, OR · 5 postings$53.00/ hr$49–$57
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$46Median$57.50High$79
19 RN postings with published pay in Oregon, 19 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 19 RN roles
- RN / Registered Nurse Home Health Weekends OnlyPermanent$120k–$133k/ year
- RN - InfusionPermanent$41.17–$69.36/ hour
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