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Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU
MultiCare · Auburn, WA
$49.77–$93.53/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Registered Nurse jobs in Sammamish, WA
Pay for registered nurses in the Sammamish area centers on $57.00 per hour, or about $118,570 a year. The lower quarter earns under $48.63 and the upper quarter over $63.54. The CMS hospital directory lists 27 hospitals in the Sammamish metro area. That ranks 30th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 34th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Sammamish and what they pay.
- $57.00median pay per hour, Seattle
- $49–$64typical range per hour
- 37,250registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 271open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Birth Center
MultiCare · Auburn, WA
$49.77–$93.53/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
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PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse (RN) - Birth Center
MultiCare · Auburn, WA
$49.77–$93.53/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU
MultiCare · Auburn, WA
$49.77–$93.53/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted today
RN PCU
MultiCare · Covington, WA
$48.96–$94.20/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
RN PCU
MultiCare · Covington, WA
$48.96–$94.20/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
RN PCU
MultiCare · Covington, WA
$48.96–$94.20/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse (RN) - PICU/CICU
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$48.67–$93.91/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
Float RN
CommonSpirit Health · Burien, WA
$47.89–$91.87/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
RN Family Birth Center
CommonSpirit Health · Burien, WA
$47.89–$91.87/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
RN Medical
CommonSpirit Health · Burien, WA
$47.89–$91.87/ hour
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RN Emergency
CommonSpirit Health · Burien, WA
$47.89–$91.87/ hour
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Named employers near Sammamish, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring registered nurses near Sammamish
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| MultiCare | 186 | $69.49 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 51 | $69.14 |
| Seattle Children's | 27 | $71.45 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 2 | $52 |
| Amedisys | 2 | $56.50 |
| ScionHealth | 1 | $59.13 |
| Premise Health | 1 | $53 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $62.63 |
Registered Nurse pay in Sammamish, WA
The metro median is 6% above the Washington statewide median of $53.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 37,250 registered nurses employed in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area, 17.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $43.13 | $89,710 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $48.63 | $101,150 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Median | $57.00 | $118,570 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.54 | $132,160 | 41% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $75.66 | $157,370 | 68% above U.S. median |
How Sammamish ranks
- 30th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 34th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Sammamish
- Overall prices in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $57.00 median hour buys what $51.29 buys at the national price level, 14% 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 Sammamish paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,052
- Per year: $102,600
- Per month: $8,550
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sammamish
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $208 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,100 |
| 13-week assignment | $27,300 |
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 the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue area
CMS lists 27 hospitals in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue area, 12 of the 20 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreenhealth Medical Center Kirkland, WA | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Anthony Hospital Gig Harbor, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Highline Medical Center Burien, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence Regional Medical Center Everett Everett, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Seattle Va Medical Center (Va Puget Sound Healthcare System) Seattle, WA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Clare Hospital Lakewood, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Community Hospital Federal Way, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Swedish Issaquah Issaquah, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Swedish Medical Center Seattle, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 King County
HRSA lists 23 active primary care shortage designations that include King County (3 geographic, 4 population-group, 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, WA | 6 mi | $57.00/hr | 154,377 |
| Redmond, WA | 7 mi | $57.00/hr | 82,195 |
Registered Nurse jobs in Washington · Registered Nurse jobs nationwide
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.
Other healthcare roles in Sammamish
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Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Sammamish, WA?
Registered Nurses in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area have a median pay of $57.00 per hour, about $118,570 a year. The middle half earn between $48.63 and $63.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sammamish a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ranks 34th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 30th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in Sammamish?
We list 271 open roles with published pay from 8 employers in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sammamish.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Sammamish 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 Sammamish in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 23 active primary care shortage designations that include King 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 Sammamish?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sammamish is $208 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,100 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered nurses in Sammamish?
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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
425 RN postings with published pay in Washington, 404 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Denials Management RNPermanent$49.77–$96.85/ hour
- Registered Nurse (RN) - NICUPermanent$49.77–$93.53/ hour
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