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How much do nurses earn in Germany?

A clear overview of typical gross monthly and yearly pay for registered nurses in Germany, plus the factors that move the number up or down.

A registered nurse in Germany typically earns between 3,300 and 5,200 EUR gross per month, depending on experience, specialty, region, and the employer’s collective agreement (Tarifvertrag).

Typical gross salary by experience
StagePer monthPer year
Newly recognized RN3,300 to 3,600 EUR39,600 to 43,200 EUR
2 to 5 years experience3,600 to 4,000 EUR43,200 to 48,000 EUR
5+ years or specialist4,000 to 4,600 EUR48,000 to 55,200 EUR
Ward lead or senior specialist4,600 to 5,200 EUR55,200 to 62,400 EUR

Figures are illustrative ranges for planning. Actual pay depends on the employer, the collective agreement, shift allowances, and the federal state. Replace with verified figures before publishing.

What changes a nurse's salary
  • Experience and recognition. Full qualification recognition (Anerkennung) unlocks the standard RN pay scale.
  • Specialty. ICU, operating room, and anesthesia roles often pay above general wards.
  • Collective agreement. Public and church hospitals usually follow TVoeD or AVR scales with predictable raises.
  • Region. Pay and cost of living are higher in cities such as Munich and Frankfurt.
  • Shifts. Night, weekend, and holiday work add allowances on top of base pay.
Do Filipino nurses earn the same as German nurses?

Yes. Once your qualification is recognized, you are paid on the same scale as any other registered nurse at that employer. Roger Care only works with hospitals that offer transparent, equal pay.

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