Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Bellingham, WA
Pay for telehealth / triage nurses in the Bellingham area centers on $48.84 per hour, or about $101,580 a year. The lower quarter earns under $46.71 and the upper quarter over $59.13. That ranks 58th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 67th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bellingham. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bellingham.
- $48.84median pay per hour, Bellingham
- $47–$59typical range per hour
- 1,670telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Bellingham, WA
The metro median is 9% below the Washington statewide median of $53.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 1,670 registered nurses employed in the Bellingham metro area, 18.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.54 | $84,320 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $46.71 | $97,160 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Median | $48.84 | $101,580 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $59.13 | $122,990 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $71.81 | $149,360 | 60% above U.S. median |
How Bellingham ranks
- 58th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 67th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 8 Washington metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for telehealth / triage nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
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 Bellingham
- Overall prices in Bellingham run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.84 median hour buys what $47.26 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
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- Per year: $87,912
- Per month: $7,326
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bellingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Bellingham
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center Bellingham, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marysville, WA | 49 mi | $57.00/hr | 76,209 |
| Everett, WA | 56 mi | $57.00/hr | 113,011 |
| Bothell, WA | 69 mi | $57.00/hr | 51,770 |
| Shoreline, WA | 69 mi | $57.00/hr | 66,251 |
| Kirkland, WA | 74 mi | $57.00/hr | 95,499 |
| Redmond, WA | 76 mi | $57.00/hr | 82,195 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Washington · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Washington
Telehealth and triage nurses assess symptoms by phone or video and direct patients to the right level of care.
- Active RN license, compact license for multi-state roles
- Several years of clinical experience
- Comfort with protocols and EHR documentation
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 Bellingham
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Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in Bellingham, WA?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Bellingham metro area have a median pay of $48.84 per hour, about $101,580 a year. The middle half earn between $46.71 and $59.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bellingham a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Bellingham ranks 67th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 58th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Bellingham?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham, led by Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Bellingham as a telehealth / triage 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.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Bellingham?
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- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 7 postings$58.76/ hr$38–$79
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 2 postings$64.91/ hr$48–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthLongmont, CO · 1 posting$48.48/ hr$37–$60
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$48.12/ hr$35–$61
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