Pay rates

I'm going to guess California, but if you're talking about pay and cost of living combined. Well, I know someone can refer you to a website that is posted here off and on that shows that. I can't remember what it is right now. Maybe you could search some past threads on this topic.

Is it true that NJ is the highest paying state for nurses? if not what state is?

Hi, I believe CA. Look up http://LA.COM.NET then go to career tools, then to salary.:cheers:

Is it true that NJ is the highest paying state for nurses? if not what state is?

In brownsville, tx I know a staffing nurse working the float pool (w/3 years experience) pulling in $52.00 to $54.00 per hour.

Agency nursing in southern texas pays very well, and the cost of living is very low (2 bedroom apt. for $480 per month). Agency nurses around here average about $56-$57.00 per hour, many work 12 hour shifts.

Working on a contract in New Orleans can get you around $50/hr.

http://www.ga.unc.edu/NCCN/research/quickfacts/Salary%20Adjustment%20Table.htm

My link is from December 2005, so it's 2 years old. However, it indicates that California has the highest pay rates for nurses before cost-of-living adjustments are factored in. It also indicates Texas as offering the highest nursing pay rates after cost-of-living adjustments are made.

Looks like New Hampshire is not included in that list, any idea why?!