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Registered Nurse jobs in Lacey, WA
Pay for registered nurses in the Lacey area centers on $49.93 per hour, or about $103,850 a year. The lower quarter earns under $46.43 and the upper quarter over $59.10. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lacey. That ranks 41st of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 54th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Lacey and what they pay.
- $49.93median pay per hour, Olympia
- $46–$59typical range per hour
- 2,140registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 7% below the Washington statewide median of $53.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 2,140 registered nurses employed in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area, 16.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.73 | $80,560 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $46.43 | $96,570 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $49.93 | $103,850 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $59.10 | $122,930 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $72.46 | $150,720 | 61% above U.S. median |
How Lacey ranks
- 41st of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 54th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Washington 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 Lacey
- Overall prices in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% above the U.S. average (index 116.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.93 median hour buys what $48.16 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Lacey paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,797
- Per year: $89,874
- Per month: $7,490
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lacey
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $149 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,603 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,839 |
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. 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 Lacey
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lacey. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Sound Behavioral Hospital Lacey, WA | Psychiatric | 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 Thurston County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Thurston County (2 geographic, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympia, WA | 5 mi | $49.93/hr | 56,271 |
| Lakewood, WA | 15 mi | $57.00/hr | 62,709 |
| Tacoma, WA | 21 mi | $57.00/hr | 228,202 |
| Federal Way, WA | 28 mi | $57.00/hr | 100,252 |
| Auburn, WA | 33 mi | $57.00/hr | 85,513 |
| Kent, WA | 36 mi | $57.00/hr | 136,588 |
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License and tax basics in Washington
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Washington does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Lacey, WA?
Registered Nurses in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area have a median pay of $49.93 per hour, about $103,850 a year. The middle half earn between $46.43 and $59.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lacey a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater ranks 54th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in Lacey?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lacey. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lacey.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Lacey as a registered nurse?
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lacey in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Thurston 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 Lacey?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lacey is $149 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,603 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered nurses in Lacey?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 27 postings$71.45/ hr$52–$91
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 269 postings$69.49/ hr$40–$103
- CommonSpirit HealthSILVERDALE, WA · 70 postings$69.14/ hr$43–$98
- MultiCare Health SystemFederal Way, WA · 2 wage offers$67.83/ hr$67–$68
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Low$44Median$69.49High$91
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