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Nursing jobs in New Hampshire 2026

Vacancies, salaries, EB-3 demand and licensing — verified against BLS OEWS 2025 + HRSA NCHWA 2026.

RN Shortage
2,000
Moderate 4.5%
Median Annual Salary
$97,900
$47.07/hr
COL-Adjusted
$74,357
COL index: 112
Compact State?
Yes
NLC multistate eligible

Key insight

In New Hampshire, there is a shortage of 2,000 registered nurses as of 2026 — 4.5% of the state's nursing workforce demand. Median RN salary is $97,900 per year. After cost of living adjustment, purchasing power equals $74,357 in national terms. Moderate EB-3 activity in this state.

Top hiring cities

  • • Manchester
  • • Nashua
  • • Concord

State nursing board

New Hampshire Board of Nursing
Endorsement fee: $120 · NCLEX attempts allowed: 8/year
Licensing portal