As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Nurse Administrator in Pittsburgh, PA is $84,705, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,629 weekly, or $7,059 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Nurse Administrator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Nurse Administrator in Pittsburgh, PA vary widely, spanning from $71,476 to $101,708. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,780) and 75th percentile ($93,605), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,708 per year. This $15,825 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Accountability or Nursing Practice, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Pittsburgh Nurse Administrator often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Pittsburgh currently ranks 455 statewide for Nurse Administrator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Nurse Administrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Nurse Administrator Salary $71,476 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Nurse Administrator Salary $77,780 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Nurse Administrator Salary $84,705 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Nurse Administrator Salary $93,605 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Nurse Administrator Salary $101,708 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
25% $77,780 10% $71,476 90% $101,708 75% $93,605 $84,705 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Nurse Administrator

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Staff Nurse - RN, Sr. - Medical Management

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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