PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Registered Nurse (RN) Utilization Review - Care Management (Acute Care)
Glens Falls Hospital · Glens Falls, NY
$35.50–$60.24/ hour
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Buffalo, NY
The median utilization review nurse pay in the Buffalo area is $45.86 per hour ($95,380 a year), with the typical range running from $40.56 to $51.11. That ranks 92nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 57th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Buffalo.
- $45.86median pay per hour, Buffalo
- $41–$51typical range per hour
- 13,870utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Buffalo, NY
The metro median is 10% below the New York statewide median of $50.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 13,870 registered nurses employed in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area, 26.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.14 | $75,170 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.56 | $84,360 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.86 | $95,380 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.11 | $106,310 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.45 | $115,340 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Buffalo ranks
- 92nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 57th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 11 New York metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for utilization review 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 Buffalo
- Overall prices in Buffalo-Cheektowaga run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 19% below the U.S. average (index 81.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.86 median hour buys what $47.85 buys at the national price level, 6% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,651
- Per year: $82,548
- Per month: $6,879
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Buffalo
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System) Buffalo, NY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaleida Health Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sisters Of Charity Hospital Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Erie County Medical Center Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Brylin Hosp Buffalo, NY | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Buffalo Psychiatric Center Buffalo, NY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | 66 mi | $45.68/hr | 207,282 |
| Erie, PA | 82 mi | $37.48/hr | 92,940 |
| Syracuse, NY | 138 mi | $40.34/hr | 146,097 |
| Youngstown, OH | 154 mi | $36.47/hr | 59,123 |
| Cleveland, OH | 174 mi | $39.41/hr | 365,379 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 179 mi | $39.03/hr | 307,668 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in New York · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New York
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG experience
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Buffalo, NY?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area have a median pay of $45.86 per hour, about $95,380 a year. The middle half earn between $40.56 and $51.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Buffalo a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Buffalo-Cheektowaga ranks 57th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 92nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Buffalo?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo, led by Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Buffalo as an utilization review nurse?
New York is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the New York board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 1 posting$66.34/ hr$52–$81
- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 1 posting$56.65/ hr$39–$74
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 1 posting$48.05/ hr$36–$60
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