Nurse Salary in Edinburgh (2026)

Nurses in Edinburgh earn £27,122/year (≈$36,018 USD), adjusted for local cost of living. Ranked #41 of 113 cities for this role.

Local Salary
£27,122
per year
USD Equivalent
$36,018
per year
Take-Home
76%
$2,272/mo net

Salary Range in Edinburgh

Typical nurse salary range in Edinburgh, adjusted for local cost of living (COLI: 62.1):

Entry Level
£14,029
Mid-Career
£27,122
Senior
£46,762

Top Cities for Nurse Salary

Highest-paying cities for this role after cost-of-living adjustment:

City Local Salary USD Equiv. Take-Home
ZurichCHF 57,521$70,99263%
GenevaCHF 55,735$68,78860%
New York$58,000$58,00069%
San Francisco$56,608$56,60870%
SingaporeS$66,264$50,86676%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a nurse earn in Edinburgh?

A nurse in Edinburgh earns approximately £27,122/year (≈$36,018 USD equivalent), based on the Edinburgh cost of living index of 62.1. Entry-level roles start around £14,029 and senior positions can reach £46,762.

What is the take-home pay for a nurse in Edinburgh?

After income tax and social contributions in United Kingdom, a nurse in Edinburgh takes home approximately 76% of their gross salary, or around $2,272/month ($27,266/year in USD equivalent).

How does Edinburgh rank for nurse salaries globally?

Edinburgh ranks #41 out of 113 cities for nurse salaries after cost-of-living adjustment. The top city globally for this role is Zurich.