Salary for nurses in Stavanger
Region-adjusted salary for nurses in Stavanger, based on Statistics Norway data and regional factors.
A nurse in Stavanger typically earns NOK 721,000 a year (6% above the national median). The range for nurses in Stavanger is NOK 654,000 to NOK 782,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
Lower quartile
654,000
Median
721,000
Upper quartile
782,000
6% above the national median
Your market salary
Sykepleier · Stavanger
721,000 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: Stavanger (+6%)
Estimate based on official statistics. Actual pay varies.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a nurse earn in Stavanger?
A nurse in Stavanger typically earns NOK 721,000 a year (6% above the national median). The range for nurses in Stavanger is NOK 654,000 to NOK 782,000.
Is the salary in Stavanger higher than the national average?
Yes. nurses in Stavanger earn about 6% 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.