What RNs earn in Hartford
Registered nurses in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT metro earn a median of $101,470 a year, 4% above the national RN median of $97,550. The middle half of RNs here earn between $87,190 and $115,950, so experience, specialty and shift differentials can move you a long way inside that range. Among the 60 metro markets The RN Network tracks, Hartford ranks #15 for median RN pay.
| Role | Median | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,470 | $87,190 – $115,950 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $135,170 | $125,340 – $156,110 |
| Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) | $231,800 | $103,720 – $283,060 |
| Nurse Midwife | $129,380 | $129,020 – $135,070 |
Powered by RN Workforce Insights™ · 2025 annual pay. Typical range is the 25th to 75th percentile.
Cost of living and the Hartford nursing market
Pay only tells half the story. A two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent runs about $1,865 a month in Hartford, which is roughly 22% of a median RN salary before taxes. That leaves RNs here more room in the budget than in most big nursing markets.
About 13,850 RNs work in this metro, the #46 largest RN workforce of the markets we track. The RN Network directory lists 49 healthcare employers in Hartford, West Hartford and East Hartford, including 28 behavioral health facilities, 10 long-term care facilities, 4 hospitals and 4 dialysis centers.
Hospitals hiring nurses in Hartford
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How much do registered nurses make in Hartford?
The median RN salary in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT metro is $101,470 a year, and the middle half of RNs earn between $87,190 and $115,950.
What do nurse practitioners earn in Hartford?
Nurse practitioners in the Hartford metro earn a median of $135,170 a year.
Can a nurse afford to live in Hartford?
A two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent costs about $1,865 a month in Hartford, roughly 22% of a median RN salary before taxes.
Which hospitals hire nurses in Hartford?
Hospitals in the Hartford area include Hartford Hospital, St Francis Hospital & Medical Center, Connecticut Childrens Medical Center, Hebrew Home and Hospital. See the full list in The RN Network facility directory.
How do I find a nursing job in Hartford?
Browse current Connecticut openings on The RN Network job board, claim your free Talent Agent profile so employers hiring in Hartford can find you, and compare pay using the Connecticut salary guide.