Salary for nurses in Bergen
Region-adjusted salary for nurses in Bergen, based on Statistics Norway data and regional factors.
A nurse in Bergen typically earns NOK 687,000 a year (1% above the national median). The range for nurses in Bergen is NOK 623,000 to NOK 745,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
Lower quartile
623,000
Median
687,000
Upper quartile
745,000
1% above the national median
Your market salary
Sykepleier · Bergen
687,000 kr/yr
Your estimate
As a nurse, the median annual salary is around 680,000 NOK, with a typical range from about 617,000 NOK at the lower quartile to roughly 738,000 NOK at the upper. The central collective agreement in the municipal sector (KS) sets a guaranteed starting salary of around 545,000 NOK, while supplements for seniority, specialisation, rotas and evening and weekend shifts raise the actual pay. The figures come from Statistics Norway (SSB).
What drives the number
- Tariff: KS (kommune) gruppe 5, 0 års trinn → garantilønn 545 400 kr
- Region: Bergen (+1%)
Estimate based on official statistics. Actual pay varies.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a nurse earn in Bergen?
A nurse in Bergen typically earns NOK 687,000 a year (1% above the national median). The range for nurses in Bergen is NOK 623,000 to NOK 745,000.
Is the salary in Bergen higher than the national average?
Yes. nurses in Bergen earn about 1% more than the national median.
Where do the salary numbers come from?
National figures from Statistics Norway (SSB), adjusted with regional multipliers. Actual pay varies with experience, employer and specialisation.