Healthcare jobs and pay in Asheville, NC
Asheville healthcare pay by profession, from the BLS metro-area wage data, with cost of living, hospitals and what travel assignments pay here. Registered nurses earn a median of $38.81 per hour. The free report adds named employers and open roles.
What healthcare pays in Asheville
| Profession | Median / hr | Typical range / hr | Median / year | Employed in metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $38.81 | $36–$46 | $80,720 | 4,760 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $29.92 | $27–$34 | $62,220 | 800 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $18.63 | $17–$21 | $38,740 | 2,530 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $57.55 | $51–$63 | $119,700 | 440 |
| CRNA | $108.87 | $102–$115+ | $226,460 | — |
| Radiologic Technologist | $32.78 | $30–$39 | $68,180 | 360 |
| CT Technologist | $32.78 | $30–$39 | $68,180 | 360 |
| Respiratory Therapist | $39.23 | $34–$39 | $81,610 | 170 |
| Surgical Technologist | $30.19 | $28–$36 | $62,790 | 140 |
| Physical Therapist | $47.50 | $39–$50 | $98,810 | 340 |
| Occupational Therapist | $42.01 | $38–$49 | $87,370 | 240 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $38.27 | $31–$49 | $79,590 | 280 |
| Medical Coder | $21.45 | $18–$24 | $44,610 | 280 |
| CDI Specialist | $29.36 | $19–$38 | $61,080 | — |
| Utilization Review Nurse | $38.81 | $36–$46 | $80,720 | 4,760 |
| Telehealth / Triage Nurse | $38.81 | $36–$46 | $80,720 | 4,760 |
| Patient Access Representative | $17.56 | $15–$19 | $36,530 | 1,060 |
| EHR / Epic Analyst | $44.19 | $35–$63 | $91,910 | 410 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialist | $32.19 | $24–$40 | $66,950 | 210 |
| Pharmacist | $65.22 | $62–$72 | $135,670 | 490 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $18.47 | $18–$22 | $38,410 | 720 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $23.86 | $20–$36 | $49,620 | 460 |
| Phlebotomist | $18.95 | $18–$21 | $39,410 | 200 |
| Nurse Informaticist | $38.81 | $36–$46 | $80,720 | 4,760 |
| Healthcare IT Support Specialist | $27.69 | $22–$38 | $57,600 | 500 |
| Biomedical Equipment Technician | $19.04 | $17–$29 | $39,610 | 60 |
| MRI Technologist | $38.38 | $38–$41 | $79,830 | 40 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $38.38 | $34–$43 | $79,830 | 120 |
| Echocardiography Technologist | $27.91 | $19–$40 | $58,050 | — |
| Cath Lab Technologist | $27.91 | $19–$40 | $58,050 | — |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $40.30 | $36–$46 | $83,820 | — |
| Physician Assistant | $62.31 | $54–$65 | $129,600 | 460 |
| Nurse Case Manager | $38.81 | $36–$46 | $80,720 | 4,760 |
| Nurse Manager & Leadership | $49.61 | $39–$66 | $103,200 | 820 |
| Registered Dietitian | $31.76 | $30–$38 | $66,070 | 130 |
| Clinical Social Worker | $30.37 | $27–$35 | $63,160 | 300 |
| Medical Assistant | $19.19 | $18–$22 | $39,910 | 1,380 |
| Sterile Processing Technician | $20.96 | $17–$23 | $43,590 | 120 |
| Medical Biller | $22.27 | $19–$24 | $46,310 | 270 |
| Dentist | $90.17 | $55–$115+ | $187,560 | 210 |
| Dental Specialist | $102.59 | $82–$112 | $213,380 | — |
| Dental Hygienist | $46.00 | $40–$47 | $95,680 | 350 |
| Dental Assistant | $23.98 | $23–$28 | $49,870 | 530 |
| Dental Office Manager | $49.61 | $39–$66 | $103,200 | 820 |
| Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator | $18.70 | $18–$22 | $38,900 | 2,350 |
| Dental Lab Technician | $24.02 | $18–$30 | $49,970 | 70 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, for the Asheville metro area (statewide where the metro figure is not published). Pick a profession for the full pay breakdown, rankings and open roles.
Cost of living in Asheville
- Overall prices in Asheville run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.5).
- Housing runs 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.4).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Travel assignment per diem in Asheville
The federal per diem benchmark for travel assignments in Asheville is $125 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,435 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on your tax home. See the travel pay calculator.
Hospitals in Asheville
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Asheville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville-Oteen Va Medical Center | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Cities near Asheville
| City | Distance | RN median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 52 mi | $38.26/hr | 74,371 |
| Johnson City, TN | 54 mi | $35.26/hr | 73,635 |
| Kingsport, TN | 66 mi | $35.91/hr | 57,109 |
| Gastonia, NC | 80 mi | $40.76/hr | 85,535 |
| Knoxville, TN | 83 mi | $35.25/hr | 198,722 |
| Huntersville, NC | 95 mi | $40.76/hr | 67,087 |
Common questions
How much do healthcare workers make in Asheville?
Registered nurses in the Asheville metro area earn a median of $38.81 per hour, about $80,720 a year (BLS, May 2024). The table above lists 46 professions with their own medians and ranges.
How many hospitals are in Asheville?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Asheville, North Carolina.
Does Valorem Health place staff in Asheville?
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Your RN pay reportAsheville, NC · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationFayetteville, NC · 2 postings$56.27/ hr$40–$75
- Sentara HealthcareElizabeth City, NC · 12 postings$51.47/ hr$36–$61
- Advocate HealthCharlotte, NC · 194 postings$47.75/ hr$36–$77
- BrightSpring Health ServicesWINSTON-SALEM, NC · 4 postings$43.75/ hr$39–$48
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
261 RN postings with published pay in North Carolina, 255 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 261 RN roles
- Registered Nurse - Veterans Affairs Surgery Quality Improvement Program Quality Consultant (VASQIP)Permanent$86k–$144k/ year
- Clinical Nurse Specialist - CardiacPermanent$92k–$134k/ year
+ 259 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.