What RNs earn in Akron
Registered nurses in the Akron, OH metro earn a median of $80,770 a year, 17% below the national RN median of $97,550. The middle half of RNs here earn between $79,220 and $97,870, so experience, specialty and shift differentials can move you a long way inside that range. Among the 60 metro markets The RN Network tracks, Akron ranks #59 for median RN pay.
| Role | Median | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $79,220 – $97,870 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,090 | $107,440 – $130,800 |
| Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) | $211,810 | $120,010 – $243,510 |
Powered by RN Workforce Insights™ · 2025 annual pay. Typical range is the 25th to 75th percentile.
Cost of living and the Akron nursing market
Pay only tells half the story. A two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent runs about $1,268 a month in Akron, which is roughly 19% of a median RN salary before taxes. That leaves RNs here more room in the budget than in most big nursing markets.
About 8,040 RNs work in this metro, the #59 largest RN workforce of the markets we track. The RN Network directory lists 58 healthcare employers in Akron, including 30 behavioral health facilities, 12 long-term care facilities, 10 dialysis centers and 4 hospitals.
Hospitals hiring nurses in Akron
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How much do registered nurses make in Akron?
The median RN salary in the Akron, OH metro is $80,770 a year, and the middle half of RNs earn between $79,220 and $97,870.
What do nurse practitioners earn in Akron?
Nurse practitioners in the Akron metro earn a median of $127,090 a year.
Can a nurse afford to live in Akron?
A two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent costs about $1,268 a month in Akron, roughly 19% of a median RN salary before taxes.
Which hospitals hire nurses in Akron?
Hospitals in the Akron area include Akron General Medical Center, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Summa Health System, Akron Children'S Hospital. See the full list in The RN Network facility directory.
How do I find a nursing job in Akron?
Browse current Ohio openings on The RN Network job board, claim your free Talent Agent profile so employers hiring in Akron can find you, and compare pay using the Ohio salary guide.