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Acupuncturists vs. Registered Nurses: Salary Comparison

Acupuncturists earn a median salary of $78,140/year, while Registered Nurses earn $93,600/year — a difference of $15,460. Registered Nurses earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Acupuncturists
Registered Nurses
Median salary
$78,140
$93,600
Hourly rate
$37.57/hr
$45/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$41,840
$66,030
Senior level (90th %)
$158,540
$135,320
Education required
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
U.S. employment
8,440
3,282,010
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
4.9%
Category
Healthcare
Healthcare
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