A School Nurse's salary isn't a fixed number.
It's shaped by several important factors.
Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
How Experience Level Affects School Nurse Salaries?
Experience is a primary driver of a School Nurse's salary.
As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases.
Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $60,743
Early Career (1-2 years): $62,726
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,570
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,982
Expert (over 8 years): $67,256
Levels
Salary
Entry Level School Nurse
$60,743
Intermediate Level School Nurse
$62,726
Senior Level School Nurse
$66,570
Specialist Level School Nurse
$66,982
Expert Level School Nurse
$67,256
$60,7430 yr
$62,726< 2 yrs
$66,5702-4 yrs
$66,9825-8 yrs
$67,256> 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?
How Do School Nurse Salaries Vary from State to State?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work.
States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors
often pay more to attract School Nurses.
For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities.
Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay.
Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
San Jose: $78,769
San Francisco: $77,907
Oakland: $76,265
San Jose, CA$78,769
San Francisco, CA$77,907
Oakland, CA$76,265
New York, NY$71,905
Paramus, NJ$71,031
Queens Village, NY$71,028
Passaic, NJ$70,969
Bergenfield, NJ$70,963
Stamford, CT$70,826
Huntington, NY$70,800
Newark, NJ$70,339
Bridgeport, CT$70,207
Vallejo, CA$70,083
New Brunswick, NJ$70,058
Petaluma, CA$70,020
Middlesex, NJ$69,901
Somerset, NJ$69,858
Santa Cruz, CA$69,777
Boston, MA$69,396
Monterey, CA$69,176
Seattle, WA$69,033
Santa Rosa, CA$69,021
Los Angeles, CA$69,002
Juneau, AK$68,840
Washington, DC$68,771
Orange, CA$68,549
Santa Ana, CA$68,384
Long Beach, CA$68,321
Anaheim, CA$68,309
Anchorage, AK$68,278
Santa Maria, CA$68,090
Everett, WA$68,078
Danbury, CT$67,858
Bremerton, WA$67,772
Tacoma, WA$67,547
New Suffolk, NY$67,546
Sacramento, CA$67,528
Santa Barbara, CA$67,460
Trenton, NJ$67,391
San Diego, CA$67,391
Brockton, MA$67,322
Fairbanks, AK$67,169
Lompoc, CA$67,010
Lowell, MA$66,959
Ventura, CA$66,947
Nashua, NH$66,935
Stockton, CA$66,929
Modesto, CA$66,473
Poughkeepsie, NY$66,335
Olympia, WA$66,217
Kennewick, WA$66,217
New Haven, CT$66,192
Lawrence, MA$65,967
Hartford, CT$65,905
Riverside, CA$65,892
New Bedford, MA$65,830
Richland, WA$65,830
Bakersfield, CA$65,742
San Bernardino, CA$65,717
New Britain, CT$65,711
Atlantic City, NJ$65,711
New London, CT$65,686
Norwich, CT$65,667
Portsmouth, NH$65,655
Boulder, CO$65,522
Portland, OR$65,436
Worcester, MA$65,430
Minneapolis, MN$65,236
Philadelphia, PA$65,149
Honolulu, HI$64,943
Saint Paul, MN$64,913
Vineland, NJ$64,899
Providence, RI$64,718
Chicago, IL$64,537
Bellingham, WA$64,462
Springfield, MA$64,412
Baltimore, MD$64,393
Chico, CA$64,237
Pittsfield, MA$64,068
Manchester, NH$63,950
Spokane, WA$63,675
Denver, CO$63,669
Albany, NY$63,375
Troy, NY$63,350
Nassau, NY$63,283
Schenectady, NY$63,219
Wilmington, DE$63,169
Burlington, VT$63,082
Salem, OR$63,057
Portland, ME$62,863
Yakima, WA$62,801
Rochester, MN$62,607
Reno, NV$62,576
Fresno, CA$62,576
Milwaukee, WI$62,520
Detroit, MI$62,457
Ann Arbor, MI$62,447
Allentown, PA$62,439
Colorado Springs, CO$62,332
Syracuse, NY$62,301
Carson City, NV$62,301
Houston, TX$62,214
Eugene, OR$62,182
Gary, IN$62,108
Springfield, OR$62,058
Bismarck, ND$62,045
Galveston, TX$62,001
Medford, OR$61,908
Fort Collins, CO$61,883
Concord, NH$61,851
Austin, TX$61,833
Mesa, AZ$61,702
Reading, PA$61,695
Phoenix, AZ$61,689
Dallas, TX$61,670
Saint Cloud, MN$61,610
Madison, WI$61,527
Utica, NY$61,358
Rochester, NY$61,258
Des Moines, IA$61,252
Raleigh, NC$61,246
Atlanta, GA$61,152
Battle Creek, MI$61,133
Salt Lake City, UT$61,115
Lancaster, PA$61,021
Harrisburg, PA$60,933
Kansas City, MO$60,871
Champaign, IL$60,858
Kansas City, KS$60,858
Fort Worth, TX$60,852
Columbus, OH$60,842
Boca Raton, FL$60,827
Pittsburgh, PA$60,802
Richmond, VA$60,777
Indianapolis, IN$60,765
Cleveland, OH$60,759
Las Vegas, NV$60,684
Cincinnati, OH$60,684
Petersburg, VA$60,590
Huntsville, AL$60,496
Lansing, MI$60,454
Lebanon, PA$60,446
Pueblo, CO$60,440
Appleton, WI$60,421
Buffalo, NY$60,396
Dayton, OH$60,378
Racine, WI$60,365
Charlotte, NC$60,359
Saint Louis, MO$60,340
York, PA$60,303
Elkhart, IN$60,303
Gastonia, NC$60,291
Billings, MT$60,276
Beaumont, TX$60,259
Lorain, OH$60,246
Benton Harbor, MI$60,234
Toledo, OH$60,221
Binghamton, NY$60,190
Rock Hill, SC$60,184
Rockford, IL$60,153
Springfield, IL$60,128
Elyria, OH$60,122
Fargo, ND$60,122
Flagstaff, AZ$60,078
Fort Lauderdale, FL$60,040
Duluth, MN$60,003
Miami, FL$60,003
Cheyenne, WY$59,959
Grand Forks, ND$59,959
Bangor, ME$59,822
Cedar Rapids, IA$59,753
Durham, NC$59,727
Louisville, KY$59,722
Grand Rapids, MI$59,709
Hialeah, FL$59,703
Casper, WY$59,616
Scranton, PA$59,541
New Orleans, LA$59,522
Virginia Beach, VA$59,516
Akron, OH$59,485
Peoria, IL$59,403
Sarasota, FL$59,391
Nashville, TN$59,347
Omaha, NE$59,347
Green Bay, WI$59,347
Baton Rouge, LA$59,316
Charleston, SC$59,303
Jamestown, NY$59,272
Davenport, IA$59,272
Tucson, AZ$59,241
Saint Petersburg, FL$59,204
Tampa, FL$59,191
Evansville, IN$59,154
Port Arthur, TX$59,154
Bradenton, FL$59,129
Santa Fe, NM$59,016
Orlando, FL$58,904
Clearwater, FL$58,885
Canton, OH$58,754
La Crosse, WI$58,754
Albuquerque, NM$58,716
Newport News, VA$58,710
High Point, NC$58,691
Ogden, UT$58,666
Corpus Christi, TX$58,617
Norfolk, VA$58,579
Laramie, WY$58,579
Rock Island, IL$58,542
Saginaw, MI$58,529
Jacksonville, FL$58,523
Salisbury, NC$58,510
Boise, ID$58,498
Moline, IL$58,467
Fort Myers, FL$58,448
Memphis, TN$58,435
Tulsa, OK$58,404
Waterloo, IA$58,367
Spartanburg, SC$58,304
Lincoln, NE$58,273
Fort Wayne, IN$58,261
Provo, UT$58,254
Cedar Falls, IA$58,179
San Antonio, TX$58,154
Greensboro, NC$58,129
South Bend, IN$58,123
Savannah, GA$58,054
Muskegon, MI$58,029
Birmingham, AL$58,023
Winston Salem, NC$57,993
Lake Charles, LA$57,842
Anderson, IN$57,830
Lexington, KY$57,811
Augusta, GA$57,792
Greenville, SC$57,792
Lima, OH$57,742
Wichita, KS$57,736
Tuscaloosa, AL$57,736
Columbia, SC$57,680
Springfield, OH$57,667
Asheville, NC$57,567
Bloomington, IN$57,524
Knoxville, TN$57,299
Shreveport, LA$57,293
Wilmington, NC$57,211
Roanoke, VA$57,211
Topeka, KS$57,099
Frankfort, KY$57,092
Oklahoma City, OK$57,049
Chillicothe, OH$57,024
Longview, TX$57,018
Melbourne, FL$57,012
Sioux Falls, SD$56,912
Mobile, AL$56,905
Terre Haute, IN$56,880
Altoona, PA$56,843
Amarillo, TX$56,799
Killeen, TX$56,780
Fayetteville, AR$56,730
Chattanooga, TN$56,712
Sioux City, IA$56,656
Idaho Falls, ID$56,643
Lynchburg, VA$56,593
Gainesville, FL$56,512
Portsmouth, OH$56,481
Little Rock, AR$56,468
Lafayette, LA$56,443
Youngstown, OH$56,443
Daytona Beach, FL$56,406
Clarksville, TN$56,399
Pensacola, FL$56,393
Temple, TX$56,389
Hopkinsville, KY$56,206
Erie, PA$56,193
Florence, SC$56,168
Charleston, WV$56,069
Great Falls, MT$56,037
Macon, GA$55,950
Tallahassee, FL$55,944
Fayetteville, NC$55,931
Waco, TX$55,919
Helena, MT$55,875
Pine Bluff, AR$55,851
Vincennes, IN$55,775
Lubbock, TX$55,750
Alamogordo, NM$55,713
Twin Falls, ID$55,656
Rapid City, SD$55,638
Jackson, MS$55,525
Huntington, WV$55,521
Greenville, MS$55,519
Parkersburg, WV$55,455
Montgomery, AL$55,444
Wichita Falls, TX$55,382
Springfield, MO$55,382
Biloxi, MS$55,350
Monroe, LA$55,288
Johnstown, PA$55,244
Sumter, SC$55,219
Columbus, GA$55,213
Pascagoula, MS$55,094
Abilene, TX$55,094
Kingsport, TN$54,932
Albany, GA$54,932
Gulfport, MS$54,913
Alexandria, LA$54,707
Fort Smith, AR$54,551
El Paso, TX$54,382
Las Cruces, NM$54,101
Harlingen, TX$53,943
Pocatello, ID$53,933
Florence, AL$53,851
Brownsville, TX$53,839
Mcallen, TX$53,708
Dothan, AL$53,620
Columbus, MS$53,249
Altus, OK$52,958
Lawton, OK$52,840
Pierre, SD$52,615
What Skills Can Increase a School Nurse's Salary?
Demanded Skills for the Role:
Commitment (Mentioned in 6.21% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
Community Health (Mentioned in 3.9% Job Postings): Community health refers to simple health services that are delivered by laymen outside hospitals and clinics.
Medication Administration (Mentioned in 2.31% Job Postings): Medication administration is the direct application of a prescribed medication whether by injection, inhalation, ingestion, or other means to the body of the individual by an individual legally authorized to do so.
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Skills
Demand Percentage
Commitment
6.21%
Community Health
3.9%
Medication Administration
2.31%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay.
Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a School Nurse's salary.
Home Care: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill
Salary
Salary % Increase
Home Care
$67,447
8%
Integrity
$64,325
3%
Consulting
$64,325
3%
Pediatric
$63,700
2%
Attention to Detail
$63,700
2%
Customer Service
$63,700
2%
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School Nurse Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise
School Nurse salary potential scales significantly with company size.
Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $66,328.
While startup companies pay approximate $56,493.
School Nurse Salary by Company Size
Company Size
Employees
Average Salary
Startup
1~50
$56,493
Growth Stage
51~500
$59,642
Established
501~5000
$64,162
Enterprise
5000+
$66,328
School Nurse Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors
For School Nurse roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential
by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries).
Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare,
offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely,
School Nurse positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay,
as this sector often view School Nurse as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
The top paying industry for a School Nurse
Industry Sector
Average Annual Salary
Average Hourly Rate
Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare
$71,819
$35.0
15%
How Education impacts a School Nurse's Salary?
Your level of education can impact your salary potential.
While many School Nurses enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree,
higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.
According to our 100% employer-reported salary data,
the median salary for a School Nurse with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between
$50,792
and $57,479).
School Nurse Salaries by Degree Level
Typical Education for School Nurse
No Diploma0.6%
High School10.6%
Associates30.5%
Bachelors47.6%
Masters10.3%
Doctorate0.3%
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Degree Level
% of user with this level of education
No Diploma
0.6%
High School
10.6%
Associates
30.5%
Bachelors
47.6%
Masters
10.3%
Doctorate
0.3%
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School Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay
Understanding how a School Nurse's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting.
Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role.
Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
Salaries for a School Nurse can change over time,
reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy.
The median salary decreased from $56,220 in 2023
to around $55,057 in 2025,
reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy.
For a detailed analysis of School Nurse salary trends,
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Average Annual Salary of School Nurse Over Time
2022
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2023
$56,220
2024
$55,953
2025
$55,057
2026
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2027
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Average Annual Salary
2022
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2023
$56,220
2024
$55,953
2025
$55,057
2026
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Most common benefits for School Nurse
Social Security
401(k)
Disability
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Pension
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Common company salaries for School Nurse
Here are companies hiring for School Nurse and their salaries, click below for more details.
N
$97,099/per year
New York Police Department
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$95,962/per year
State of New York - Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$94,615/per year
US Department of Transportation
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$93,141/per year
US General Services Administration
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
L
$92,342/per year
Los Angeles County
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
D
$92,011/per year
Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Prisons
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$91,967/per year
US Department of Commerce
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$91,755/per year
US Department of Energy
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
F
$91,673/per year
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
N
$90,276/per year
Naval Sea Systems Command
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
T
$88,975/per year
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$88,721/per year
San Diego County
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
T
$88,664/per year
The TTB
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
L
$87,569/per year
Lutheran Services
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
M
$85,066/per year
Maryland Inc
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$83,780/per year
State University of New York
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
N
$82,969/per year
New York State
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
P
$82,703/per year
Puerto Rico Department of Education
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
U
$80,526/per year
US Central Command
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
H
$80,286/per year
Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
A
$79,270/per year
Air Force Reserve
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
A
$78,505/per year
American Automobile Association (AAA)
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$76,678/per year
State of Florida - Department of Health
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
N
$75,183/per year
New York State Department
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
S
$75,106/per year
State University System of Florida
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
the United States
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FAQ about School Nurse
1. Where can a School Nurse earn the most?
A School Nurse's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer.
According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a School Nurse earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a School Nurse is $78,769.
2. What is the highest pay for School Nurse?
The highest pay for School Nurse is $80,025.
3. What is the lowest pay for School Nurse?
The lowest pay for School Nurse is $44,235.
4. What are the responsibilities of School Nurse?
Provides nursing care to students and staff within a school setting. Responsible for assessing student health, providing first aid and emergency care, administering medications, managing chronic conditions, and educating students and staff on health-related topics. Focuses on promoting health and preventing illness to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment. Requires an associate degree in nursing. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a school principal. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
5. What industry pays the highest salary for School Nurse?
The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for School Nurse roles,
with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.
Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?
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