What are the main factors that influence a CCU Nurse Leader's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A CCU Nurse Leader's salary?

A CCU Nurse Leader's salary grows with experience: starting around $106,719 for beginners, reaching about $108,625 at mid-level, and approach $112,980 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a CCU Nurse Leader?

CCU Nurse Leader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CCU Nurse Leader roles are District of Columbia $120,700, California $120,200, Massachusetts $118,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CCU Nurse Leader roles make?

Salaries for CCU Nurse Leader level roles vary by specialization: Unit Nurse Leader: $135,930; Nurse Leader: $133,690; Oncology Nurse Leader: $112,090; OR Unit Nurse Leader: $108,990; CCU Supervising Nurse: $108,940.

CCU Nurse Leader Salary in Delaware

How much does a CCU Nurse Leader make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a CCU Nurse Leader in Delaware is $110,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a CCU Nurse Leader's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $129,887
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,600 to $120,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,678

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CCU Nurse Leader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,600	$10,050	$2,319	$58
Average	$110,400	$9,200	$2,123	$53
25th Percentile	$100,600	$8,383	$1,935	$48

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Key Factors That Influence CCU Nurse Leader Salaries

A CCU Nurse Leader's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects CCU Nurse Leader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CCU Nurse Leader's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $106,719
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,159
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,625
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,384
Expert (over 8 years): $112,980

Levels	Salary
Entry Level CCU Nurse Leader	$106,719
Intermediate Level CCU Nurse Leader	$107,159
Senior Level CCU Nurse Leader	$108,625
Specialist Level CCU Nurse Leader	$110,384
Expert Level CCU Nurse Leader	$112,980

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How Do CCU Nurse Leader Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract CCU Nurse Leaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $120,700.
California: $120,200.
Massachusetts: $118,600.

District of Columbia $120,700 California $120,200 Massachusetts $118,600 Washington $118,200 New Jersey $118,100 Alaska $118,000 Connecticut $116,500 New York $115,900

Hawaii $113,900 Rhode Island $113,000 Maryland $112,400 Minnesota $111,500 Colorado $111,200 Illinois $111,100 Oregon $110,700 Delaware $110,400

New Hampshire $110,200 Virginia $109,700 Pennsylvania $108,500 Nevada $107,900 North Dakota $107,700 Michigan $107,300 Wisconsin $107,200 Vermont $107,000

Maine $106,300 Texas $106,300 Arizona $106,200 Ohio $106,100 Georgia $105,100 Indiana $104,600 Wyoming $104,500 Utah $104,400

Iowa $104,300 Kansas $103,800 Louisiana $103,600 North Carolina $103,600 Missouri $103,500 Florida $103,100 Montana $102,900 Nebraska $102,700

Kentucky $102,600 South Carolina $102,100 Tennessee $101,800 Idaho $101,700 New Mexico $100,900 Oklahoma $100,800 Alabama $100,100 South Dakota $99,000

Arkansas $98,500 West Virginia $98,100 Mississippi $97,200

Top Paying Cities for CCU Nurse Leaders

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $114,200
Little Creek: $113,200
Magnolia: $113,600

Lincoln, DE $114,200 Little Creek, DE $113,200 Magnolia, DE $113,600 Milford, DE $114,200 Marydel, DE $112,700 Millsboro, DE $114,200 Millville, DE $115,000 Milton, DE $114,200

Nassau, DE $114,200 Ocean View, DE $115,000 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,000 Seaford, DE $113,000 Selbyville, DE $115,000 Smyrna, DE $112,600 Viola, DE $113,600 Woodside, DE $113,300

Bear, DE $111,800 Newark, DE $111,800 Claymont, DE $111,900 Delaware City, DE $111,800 Hockessin, DE $111,900 Kirkwood, DE $111,800 Middletown, DE $112,400 Montchanin, DE $111,900

New Castle, DE $111,900 Odessa, DE $112,500 Port Penn, DE $111,500 Rockland, DE $111,900 Saint Georges, DE $111,800 Townsend, DE $112,400 Winterthur, DE $111,900 Lewes, DE $114,200

Wilmington, DE $111,900 Dover, DE $113,100 Dover Afb, DE $113,400 Bethany Beach, DE $115,000 Bethel, DE $113,000 Bridgeville, DE $114,200 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,200 Cheswold, DE $112,900

Clayton, DE $112,600 Dagsboro, DE $115,000 Delmar, DE $113,000 Ellendale, DE $114,200 Felton, DE $114,200 Fenwick Island, DE $115,000 Frankford, DE $115,000 Frederica, DE $114,200

Georgetown, DE $114,200 Greenwood, DE $114,200 Harbeson, DE $114,200 Harrington, DE $114,200 Hartly, DE $112,500 Houston, DE $114,200 Kenton, DE $112,600 Laurel, DE $113,000

Yorklyn, DE $111,900

CCU Nurse Leader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CCU Nurse Leader's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$100,600

Average $110,400/year

$120,600

$8,383

Average $9,200/month

$10,050

$1,935

Average $2,123/week

$2,319

$48

Average $53/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,600	$10,050	$2,319	$58
Average	$110,400	$9,200	$2,123	$53
25th Percentile	$100,600	$8,383	$1,935	$48

CCU Nurse Leader Salary Growth & Career Path

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