Registered nurse salary in Australia

The average salary for a Registered Nurse is $51.39 per hour in Australia. This figure is based on 9.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 10 August 2026.

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Registered Nurse salaries typically range between a low of $29.68 and a high of $88.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Registered Nurse include Perth WA at $65.71 per hour, Canberra ACT at $62.42 per hour and Brisbane QLD at $61.22 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Registered Nurse include Belmore Nurses (USD 187,200 per year) and HomeCare Australia (USD 182,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Registered Nurse salary compares to related positions:

• Registered Nurse II: Average $113,189 per year
• Registered Nurse III: Average $84,799 per year