Nurse salary in Vancouver

Canada · Tier 1 · Demand: Very High

Entry-level
$73k
per year (USD)
Median
$97k
per year (USD)
Senior
$136k
per year (USD)

About Nurse salaries in Vancouver

Nurses in Vancouver, Canada earn a median of approximately $97k per year. Compensation reflects local cost of living (index 101 vs NYC 100) and the city's Tier 1 status. Demand is rated very high across multinational and local employers.

Take-home estimate

Applying Canada's top marginal rate of 33%, a median earner takes home roughly $65k annually — though most professionals fall into a lower effective bracket.

Hiring landscape

Multinational firms and local employers in Vancouver actively recruit nurses. Set up alerts on CosmoQuick to receive curated opportunities matched to your seniority and target city.

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FAQs

What is the salary of a Nurse in Vancouver?+

The median salary for a Nurse in Vancouver is approximately $97k per year (~$8,083/month).

Is Vancouver a good city to work as a Nurse?+

Vancouver offers very high demand for nurses. Tier-1 cities in Canada typically combine strong compensation with diverse employer choice.

How much can a senior Nurse earn in Vancouver?+

Senior nurses in Vancouver earn up to $136k annually.

Is the salary enough to live comfortably in Vancouver?+

Estimated monthly cost of living in Vancouver is around $3,838. A median nurse salary covers this comfortably.

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