Here are the five states where RNs make the most, and five where they make the least on average.
Best
1. California: $106,950
2. Hawaii: $98,080
3. Massachusetts: $92,140
4. Oregon: $91,080
5. Alaska: $89,310
Worst
1. South Dakota: $58,340
2. Mississippi: $58,490
3. Iowa: $59,130
4. Alabama: $59,470
5. Arkansas: $60,780
View the full state-by-state average compensation for RNs here.
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