Salary Report for Connecticut Nursing Instructors
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Compare Connecticut to U.S.
Connecticut Nursing Instructors earn an average of $94,810 which is 15% more than the national average salary of $82,040.
| Type | Connecticut | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $45.58 | $39.44 | 15.57% |
| Average Annual Salary | $94,810 | $82,040 | 15.57% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Connecticut, 50% of Nursing Instructors earn between $77,450 and $100,130 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nursing Instructors earn more than $127,730, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nursing Instructors .
Approximately 10% of Nursing Instructors earn under $60,010, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nursing Instructors .
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 110 | Under $60,010 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 165 | $60,010 – $77,450 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 275 | $77,450 – $97,340 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 275 | $97,340 – $100,130 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 165 | $97,340 – $127,730 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 110 | Above $127,730 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nursing Instructors in Connecticut nurses earn about $91,657 per year which is more than the average U.S. nurse of $82,040.
Cost-of-living in Connecticut is 3% higher than the national average, which means Connecticut residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $94,810, Connecticut Nursing Instructors tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($276,540), Nurse Practitioners ($120,450), and Nurse Midwives ($111,980).
However, Nursing Instructors tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($36,110), LPNs ($59,440), and Registered Nurses ($88,530).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $276,540 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $120,450 |
| Nurse Midwives | $111,980 |
| Nursing Instructors | $94,810 |
| Registered Nurses | $88,530 |
| LPNs | $59,440 |
| Nursing Assistants | $36,110 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Connecticut the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (35,830), Nursing Assistants (21,070) and LPNs (8,000).
The three professions in Connecticut needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (47.9%), Nursing Instructors (22.1%) and Nurse Midwives (5.9%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 34,470 | 35,830 | 3.9% | 1,960 |
| Nursing Assistants | 21,940 | 21,070 | -4% | 2,510 |
| LPNs | 7,920 | 8,000 | 1% | 610 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 2,840 | 4,200 | 47.9% | 320 |
| Nursing Instructors | 770 | 940 | 22.1% | 100 |
| Nurse Midwives | 170 | 180 | 5.9% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Connecticut Cities
The average salary for Nursing Instructors in Connecticut is $94,810. The top cities that pay Nursing Instructors the most are Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford ($96,020), New Haven ($95,250) and Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk ($94,230).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nursing Instructors the highest average annual salary are Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford ($93,751), New Haven ($92,999) and Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk ($92,004).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nursing Instructors in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nursing Instructors salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $96,020 | $93,751 | $-2,269 |
| New Haven | $95,250 | $92,999 | $-2,251 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk | $94,230 | $92,004 | $-2,226 |
Salary FAQ for Connecticut Nursing Instructors
City and Rural Summaries
Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $94,230
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $92,004
Hourly Wage: $45.30
Currently Employed: 180
Cost-of-Living Index: 102.42
Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk Salary Report
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $96,020
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $93,751
Hourly Wage: $46
Currently Employed: 410
Cost-of-Living Index: 102.42
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford Salary Report
New Haven
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $95,250
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $92,999
Hourly Wage: $45.79
Currently Employed: 440
Cost-of-Living Index: 102.42
New Haven Salary Report
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