What are the main factors that influence a Float Nurse - RN's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Float Nurse - RN?

Float Nurse - RN salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Float Nurse - RN roles are District of Columbia $111,724, California $111,300, Massachusetts $109,817. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Float Nurse - RN roles make?

Salaries for Float Nurse - RN level roles vary by specialization: Float Pool Registered Nurse: $101,000; Staff Nurse - RN - Dialysis: $90,571; Staff Nurse - RN - Hospice: $87,873; Registered Nurse Float: $85,912; RN Float: $85,248.

Float Nurse - RN Salary in Delaware

How much does a Float Nurse - RN make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Float Nurse - RN in Delaware is $102,188 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,515
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,227 to $115,969
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,247

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Float Nurse - RN Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,969	$9,664	$2,230	$56
Average	$102,188	$8,516	$1,965	$49
25th Percentile	$91,227	$7,602	$1,754	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Float Nurse - RN Salaries

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

How Do Float Nurse - RN 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 Float Nurse - RNs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,724.
California: $111,300.
Massachusetts: $109,817.

District of Columbia $111,724 California $111,300 Massachusetts $109,817 Washington $109,413 New Jersey $109,373 Alaska $109,231 Connecticut $107,839 New York $107,274

Hawaii $105,468 Rhode Island $104,620 Maryland $104,045 Minnesota $103,258 Colorado $102,955 Illinois $102,854 Oregon $102,471 Delaware $102,188

New Hampshire $102,011 Virginia $101,613 Pennsylvania $100,453 Nevada $99,867 North Dakota $99,676 Michigan $99,373 Wisconsin $99,262 Vermont $99,040

Texas $98,424 Maine $98,384 Arizona $98,323 Ohio $98,253 Georgia $97,324 Indiana $96,860 Wyoming $96,769 Utah $96,628

Iowa $96,568 Kansas $96,083 Louisiana $95,942 North Carolina $95,892 Missouri $95,871 Florida $95,478 Montana $95,266 Nebraska $95,064

Kentucky $94,953 South Carolina $94,550 Tennessee $94,297 Idaho $94,196 New Mexico $93,460 Oklahoma $93,298 Alabama $92,703 South Dakota $91,704

Arkansas $91,159 West Virginia $90,866 Mississippi $89,989

Top Paying Cities for Float Nurse - RNs

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: $105,760
Little Creek: $104,781
Magnolia: $105,215

Lincoln, DE $105,760 Little Creek, DE $104,781 Magnolia, DE $105,215 Milford, DE $105,760 Marydel, DE $104,388 Millsboro, DE $105,760 Millville, DE $106,467 Milton, DE $105,760

Nassau, DE $105,760 Ocean View, DE $106,467 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,467 Seaford, DE $104,650 Selbyville, DE $106,467 Smyrna, DE $104,267 Viola, DE $105,215 Woodside, DE $104,913

Bear, DE $103,500 Newark, DE $103,540 Claymont, DE $103,621 Delaware City, DE $103,540 Hockessin, DE $103,621 Kirkwood, DE $103,540 Middletown, DE $104,055 Montchanin, DE $103,621

New Castle, DE $103,621 Odessa, DE $104,196 Port Penn, DE $103,258 Rockland, DE $103,621 Saint Georges, DE $103,540 Townsend, DE $104,045 Winterthur, DE $103,621 Lewes, DE $105,760

Wilmington, DE $103,621 Dover, DE $104,731 Dover Afb, DE $104,973 Bethany Beach, DE $106,467 Bethel, DE $104,650 Bridgeville, DE $105,760 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,842 Cheswold, DE $104,489

Clayton, DE $104,226 Dagsboro, DE $106,467 Delmar, DE $104,650 Ellendale, DE $105,760 Felton, DE $105,760 Fenwick Island, DE $106,467 Frankford, DE $106,467 Frederica, DE $105,760

Georgetown, DE $105,760 Greenwood, DE $105,760 Harbeson, DE $105,760 Harrington, DE $105,760 Hartly, DE $104,176 Houston, DE $105,760 Kenton, DE $104,226 Laurel, DE $104,650

Yorklyn, DE $103,621

Float Nurse - RN Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Float Nurse - RN'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

$91,227

Average $102,188/year

$115,969

$7,602

Average $8,516/month

$9,664

$1,754

Average $1,965/week

$2,230

$44

Average $49/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,969	$9,664	$2,230	$56
Average	$102,188	$8,516	$1,965	$49
25th Percentile	$91,227	$7,602	$1,754	$44

Float Nurse - RN Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Float Nurse - RN, 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.

Float Nurse - RN Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Maternity Services Director	$164,088	61%
Head of Intensive Care Unit	$156,157	53%
Staff Nurse - RN I	$74,588	-27%
Transplant Nurse Coordinator	$111,371	9%

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