Assistant Professor, Nursing Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Professor, Nursing make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Professor, Nursing in the United States is $82,319 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, an Assistant Professor, Nursing's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,321
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,330 to $94,883
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,146

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Professor, Nursing Salaries

An Assistant Professor, Nursing's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Professor, Nursing Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Professor, Nursing's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $75,800
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $76,450
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,491
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,791
  • Expert (over 8 years): $81,446
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Professor, Nursing less than 1 year $75,800
Early Career Level Assistant Professor, Nursing 1-2 years $76,450
Mid-Level Level Assistant Professor, Nursing 2-4 years $77,491
Senior-Level Level Assistant Professor, Nursing 5-8 years $78,791
Expert Level Assistant Professor, Nursing over 8 years $81,446

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Professor, Nursing

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $103,828
  • San Francisco: $102,692
  • Oakland: $100,527

Assistant Professor, Nursing Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Professor, Nursing roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Professor, Nursing positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Professor, Nursing as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Professor, Nursing

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $90,550 $44.0 10%

How Education impacts an Assistant Professor, Nursing's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Professor, Nursing professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Professor, Nursing with a Bachelor's is between $81,154 and $93,997.

Assistant Professor, Nursing Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Professor, Nursing
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 1.1%
High School 1.1%
Associate's Degree 1.1%
Bachelor's Degree 6.8%
Master's Degree or MBA 63.6%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 27.3%

Assistant Professor, Nursing Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Professor, Nursing's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$73,330
Average $82,319/year
$94,883
$6,111
Average $6,860/month
$7,907
$1,410
Average $1,583/week
$1,825
$35
Average $40/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $94,883 $7,907 $1,825 $46
Average $82,319 $6,860 $1,583 $40
25th Percentile $73,330 $6,111 $1,410 $35

Most common benefits for Assistant Professor, Nursing

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Professor, Nursing

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FAQ about Assistant Professor, Nursing

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Professor, Nursing?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Professor, Nursing roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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