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Labor and Delivery Nurse Salary in New Hampshire 2026
Statewide pay overview, hourly rate, top cities, estimated take-home pay, and city-level links for labor and delivery nurse roles in NH.
Statewide annual estimate
$96,760
$46.52/hr, $1,861/wk, $8,063/mo
State pay snapshot
Hourly
$46.52
Weekly
$1,861
Monthly
$8,063
Annual
$96,760
This is 18% above the national baseline of $82,000 per year for labor and delivery nurse.
Top paying cities in NH
| City | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Nashua, NH | $49.78 | $103,533 |
| Manchester, NH | $48.85 | $101,598 |
| Concord, NH | $47.45 | $98,695 |
| Dover, NH | $46.98 | $97,728 |
| Rochester, NH | $45.59 | $94,825 |
Estimated salary range
10th percentile
$69,667
$33.49/hr
25th percentile
$83,214
$40.01/hr
Median estimate
$96,760
$46.52/hr
75th percentile
$110,306
$53.03/hr
90th percentile
$127,723
$61.41/hr
Take-home pay and taxes
Estimated take-home pay for the statewide salary is about $75,473 per year, or $6,289 per month, using a simplified federal tax assumption and the stored New Hampshire state income tax rate. Use a city page calculator to adjust the salary input for a specific offer.
How to increase pay
- Compare offers across the highest-paying cities before accepting a role.
- Ask about shift differential, weekend differential, overtime rules, and call pay.
- Document specialty certifications, high-acuity experience, and unit leadership work.
- Compare total compensation, not only hourly rate: benefits and retirement match matter.
FAQ
How much does a Labor and Delivery Nurse make in New Hampshire?
The 2026 statewide estimate is $96,760 per year, or about $46.52 per hour, before taxes.
What are the top cities for Labor and Delivery Nurse salary in NH?
Among the cities in this model, Nashua, Manchester, Concord currently show the highest local estimates for labor and delivery nurse pay.
Is New Hampshire above or below the national average?
New Hampshire is estimated to be 18% above the national baseline for labor and delivery nurse pay after the state cost-of-living adjustment.
Methodology
Last updated April 29, 2026. State estimates start with a national specialty salary baseline and apply the New Hampshire cost-of-living multiplier. City pages add local market multipliers. Estimates are for planning and comparison only.