Salary of Registered Nurses in Australia 2026

How much does a Registered Nurses earn?

$103,309 / Annual
Based on 11 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $77,069 Average salary: $103,309 Maximum: $115,200

Minimum
$77,069 Average salary
$103,309 Maximum
$115,200

$8,609 / Monthly
Based on 11 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $6,422 Average salary: $8,609 Maximum: $9,600

Minimum
$6,422 Average salary
$8,609 Maximum
$9,600

$287 / Daily
Based on 11 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $214 Average salary: $287 Maximum: $320

Minimum
$214 Average salary
$287 Maximum
$320

$54 / Hourly
Based on 11 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $40 Average salary: $54 Maximum: $60

Minimum
$40 Average salary
$54 Maximum
$60

Salary data updated: September 2026

Salary of Registered Nurses in Australia

Registered Nurse

Found at: Fantastic ATS - 2 months ago

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia Palm Lake Group Part-time

Overview Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse looking for a fulfilling role in aged care? About Us At Palm Lake Care,...
Registered Nurse

Found at: Fantastic LinkedIn - 7 days ago

Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia Torbay Lifestyles & Care Full-time

This is a casual position with opportunities for permanent conversion. As a Registered Nurse (RN) You Are Responsible...
Registered Nurse

Found at: Fantastic ATS - 2 weeks ago

Traralgon, Victoria, Australia Gippsland Health Alliance Full-time

About the role Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse Registered Nurse role in a leading regional hospital? Join the...

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All positions in General

Position	Average salary / Annual
General Practitioner (Obstetrics) \| Regional SA \| Up to 652k p.a	$48,042	View listings
Consultant Intensivist	$47,083	View listings
Pediatrician - Regional South Australia - 365,798 - 713,692pa	$44,979	View listings
Consultant Psychiatrist \| General Adult \| Coastal regional WA	$39,421	View listings
Paediatrician	$31,379	View listings
General Practitioner	$24,146	View listings
Geriatrician	$23,051	View listings
Senior Web Developer	$19,200	View listings
Remote Area Nurse	$19,167	View listings
Head of Cyber Assurance and Engagement	$18,958	View listings

Salary comparison

FAQ - Registered Nurses

The average salary for Registered Nurses is AUD103,309 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 11 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Registered Nurses in Australia.

The lowest salary of Registered Nurses per year in Australia is AUD77,069

The highest salary for Registered Nurses per year in Australia is AUD115,200

Data updated: September 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in Australia. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 11 job postings with salary.