Salary for nurses in Kristiansand
Region-adjusted salary for nurses in Kristiansand, based on Statistics Norway data and regional factors.
A nurse in Kristiansand typically earns NOK 660,000 a year (3% below the national median). The range for nurses in Kristiansand is NOK 598,000 to NOK 716,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
Lower quartile
598,000
Median
660,000
Upper quartile
716,000
3% below the national median
Your market salary
Sykepleier · Kristiansand
660,000 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: Kristiansand (-3%)
Estimate based on official statistics. Actual pay varies.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a nurse earn in Kristiansand?
A nurse in Kristiansand typically earns NOK 660,000 a year (3% below the national median). The range for nurses in Kristiansand is NOK 598,000 to NOK 716,000.
Is the salary in Kristiansand higher than the national average?
No. nurses in Kristiansand earn about 3% less 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.