Nurse salary in Kolkata

India · Tier 1 · Demand: Very High

Entry-level
$15k
per year (USD)
Median
$20k
per year (USD)
Senior
$28k
per year (USD)

About Nurse salaries in Kolkata

Nurses in Kolkata, India earn a median of approximately $20k per year. Compensation reflects local cost of living (index 21 vs NYC 100) and the city's Tier 1 status. Demand is rated very high across multinational and local employers.

Take-home estimate

Applying India's top marginal rate of 30%, a median earner takes home roughly $14k annually — though most professionals fall into a lower effective bracket.

Hiring landscape

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FAQs

What is the salary of a Nurse in Kolkata?+

The median salary for a Nurse in Kolkata is approximately $20k per year (~$1,667/month).

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

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

How much can a senior Nurse earn in Kolkata?+

Senior nurses in Kolkata earn up to $28k annually.

Is the salary enough to live comfortably in Kolkata?+

Estimated monthly cost of living in Kolkata is around $798. A median nurse salary covers this comfortably.

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