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

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

How does experience change A Recovery Nurse's salary?

A Recovery Nurse's salary grows with experience: starting around $95,394 for beginners, reaching about $98,959 at mid-level, and approach $103,993 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Recovery Nurse?

Recovery Nurse salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Recovery Nurse roles are District of Columbia $107,290, California $106,890, Massachusetts $105,390. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Recovery Nurse roles make?

Salaries for Recovery Nurse level roles vary by specialization: Recovery Manager: $141,438; Nurse Practitioner: $116,780; Registered Nurse (RN), Recovery Room: $96,843; Staff Nurse - RN - Recovery Room: $96,827; Recovery Room Nurse: $93,629.

Recovery Nurse Salary in Delaware

How much does a Recovery Nurse make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Recovery Nurse in Delaware is $98,090 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,487
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,790 to $109,290
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,233

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Recovery Nurse Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,290	$9,108	$2,102	$53
Average	$98,090	$8,174	$1,886	$47
25th Percentile	$89,790	$7,483	$1,727	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Recovery Nurse Salaries

A Recovery Nurse'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 Recovery Nurse Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Recovery Nurse'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): $95,394
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,642
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,959
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,657
Expert (over 8 years): $103,993

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Recovery Nurse	$95,394
Intermediate Level Recovery Nurse	$95,642
Senior Level Recovery Nurse	$98,959
Specialist Level Recovery Nurse	$103,657
Expert Level Recovery Nurse	$103,993

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How Do Recovery Nurse 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 Recovery Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $107,290.
California: $106,890.
Massachusetts: $105,390.

District of Columbia $107,290 California $106,890 Massachusetts $105,390 Washington $104,990 New Jersey $104,990 Alaska $104,890 Connecticut $103,490 New York $102,990

Hawaii $101,290 Rhode Island $100,390 Maryland $99,890 Minnesota $99,090 Colorado $98,790 Illinois $98,690 Oregon $98,390 Delaware $98,090

New Hampshire $97,890 Virginia $97,590 Pennsylvania $96,390 Nevada $95,890 North Dakota $95,690 Michigan $95,390 Wisconsin $95,290 Vermont $95,090

Maine $94,490 Texas $94,490 Arizona $94,390 Ohio $94,290 Georgia $93,390 Indiana $92,990 Wyoming $92,890 Utah $92,790

Iowa $92,690 Kansas $92,190 Louisiana $92,090 North Carolina $92,090 Missouri $91,990 Florida $91,690 Montana $91,490 Nebraska $91,290

Kentucky $91,190 South Carolina $90,790 Tennessee $90,490 Idaho $90,390 New Mexico $89,690 Oklahoma $89,590 Alabama $88,990 South Dakota $87,990

Arkansas $87,490 West Virginia $87,190 Mississippi $86,390

Top Paying Cities for Recovery Nurses

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: $101,490
Little Creek: $100,590
Magnolia: $100,990

Lincoln, DE $101,490 Little Creek, DE $100,590 Magnolia, DE $100,990 Milford, DE $101,490 Marydel, DE $100,190 Millsboro, DE $101,490 Millville, DE $102,190 Milton, DE $101,490

Nassau, DE $101,490 Ocean View, DE $102,190 Rehoboth Beach, DE $102,190 Seaford, DE $100,490 Selbyville, DE $102,190 Smyrna, DE $100,090 Viola, DE $100,990 Woodside, DE $100,690

Bear, DE $99,390 Newark, DE $99,390 Claymont, DE $99,490 Delaware City, DE $99,390 Hockessin, DE $99,490 Kirkwood, DE $99,390 Middletown, DE $99,890 Montchanin, DE $99,490

New Castle, DE $99,490 Odessa, DE $99,990 Port Penn, DE $99,090 Rockland, DE $99,490 Saint Georges, DE $99,390 Townsend, DE $99,890 Winterthur, DE $99,490 Lewes, DE $101,490

Wilmington, DE $99,490 Dover, DE $100,490 Dover Afb, DE $100,790 Bethany Beach, DE $102,190 Bethel, DE $100,490 Bridgeville, DE $101,490 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,690 Cheswold, DE $100,290

Clayton, DE $100,090 Dagsboro, DE $102,190 Delmar, DE $100,490 Ellendale, DE $101,490 Felton, DE $101,490 Fenwick Island, DE $102,190 Frankford, DE $102,190 Frederica, DE $101,490

Georgetown, DE $101,490 Greenwood, DE $101,490 Harbeson, DE $101,490 Harrington, DE $101,490 Hartly, DE $99,990 Houston, DE $101,490 Kenton, DE $100,090 Laurel, DE $100,490

Yorklyn, DE $99,490

Recovery Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Recovery Nurse'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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$89,790

Average $98,090/year

$109,290

$7,483

Average $8,174/month

$9,108

$1,727

Average $1,886/week

$2,102

$43

Average $47/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,290	$9,108	$2,102	$53
Average	$98,090	$8,174	$1,886	$47
25th Percentile	$89,790	$7,483	$1,727	$43

Recovery Nurse Salary Growth & Career Path

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Intermediate Registered Nurse - Staff

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Recovery Nurse, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Recovery Nurse Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Director Mother and Baby Unit	$164,100	67%
Director Intensive Care Unit Operations	$156,200	59%
Entry Registered Nurse - Staff	$74,600	-24%
Organ Transplant Coordinator RN	$111,400	14%

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