Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Lacey, WA
The median telehealth / triage nurse pay in the Lacey area is $49.93 per hour ($103,850 a year), with the typical range running from $46.43 to $59.10. That ranks 41st of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 54th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lacey. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lacey.
- $49.93median pay per hour, Olympia
- $46–$59typical range per hour
- 2,140telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Lacey, WA
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
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 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.
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- 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.
Hospitals in Lacey
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lacey.
| 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.
Telehealth / Triage 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 |
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 Lacey
Lacey city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in Lacey, WA?
Telehealth / Triage 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 telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater ranks 54th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Lacey?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lacey, led by South Sound Behavioral Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Lacey 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 Lacey?
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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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