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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Nurse Navigator - RN?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Nurse Navigator - RN roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Nurse Navigator - RN's salary?

A Nurse Navigator - RN's salary grows with experience: starting around $105,673 for beginners, reaching about $107,584 at mid-level, and approach $111,625 for experts.

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

Nurse Navigator - RN salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nurse Navigator - RN roles are District of Columbia $119,365, California $118,912, Massachusetts $117,327. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Nurse Navigator - RN level roles vary by specialization: Nurse Navigator: $110,698; Oncology Care Navigator - RN: $108,500; Patient Oncology Care Nurse Navigator: $108,490; Oncology Healthcare Support Navigator - RN: $108,460; Oncology Navigator - RN: $108,455.

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Nurse Navigator - RN Salary in Delaware

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nurse Navigator - RN in Delaware is $109,177 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,420
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,504 to $116,633
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,787

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Nurse Navigator - RN Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,633	$9,719	$2,243	$56
Average	$109,177	$9,098	$2,100	$52
25th Percentile	$98,504	$8,209	$1,894	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Nurse Navigator - RN Salaries

A Nurse Navigator - RN'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 Nurse Navigator - RN Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nurse Navigator - RN'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): $105,673
Early Career (1-2 years): $106,469
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,584
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,400
Expert (over 8 years): $111,625

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Nurse Navigator - RN	$105,673
Intermediate Level Nurse Navigator - RN	$106,469
Senior Level Nurse Navigator - RN	$107,584
Specialist Level Nurse Navigator - RN	$109,400
Expert Level Nurse Navigator - RN	$111,625

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

District of Columbia: $119,365.
California: $118,912.
Massachusetts: $117,327.

District of Columbia $119,365 California $118,912 Massachusetts $117,327 Washington $116,896 New Jersey $116,853 Alaska $116,702 Connecticut $115,214 New York $114,611

Hawaii $112,681 Rhode Island $111,775 Maryland $111,161 Minnesota $110,320 Colorado $109,997 Illinois $109,889 Oregon $109,479 Delaware $109,177

New Hampshire $108,987 Virginia $108,563 Pennsylvania $107,323 Nevada $106,698 North Dakota $106,493 Michigan $106,169 Wisconsin $106,051 Vermont $105,814

Texas $105,156 Maine $105,113 Arizona $105,048 Ohio $104,973 Georgia $103,981 Indiana $103,485 Wyoming $103,388 Utah $103,237

Iowa $103,172 Kansas $102,655 Louisiana $102,504 North Carolina $102,450 Missouri $102,428 Florida $102,008 Montana $101,782 Nebraska $101,566

Kentucky $101,447 South Carolina $101,016 Tennessee $100,747 Idaho $100,639 New Mexico $99,852 Oklahoma $99,679 Alabama $99,043 South Dakota $97,976

Arkansas $97,394 West Virginia $97,081 Mississippi $96,143

Top Paying Cities for Nurse Navigator - 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: $108,686
Little Creek: $109,481
Magnolia: $109,324

Lincoln, DE $108,686 Little Creek, DE $109,481 Magnolia, DE $109,324 Milford, DE $108,962 Marydel, DE $109,141 Millsboro, DE $108,230 Millville, DE $108,397 Milton, DE $108,584

Nassau, DE $108,663 Ocean View, DE $108,378 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,586 Seaford, DE $108,648 Selbyville, DE $108,198 Smyrna, DE $109,557 Viola, DE $109,052 Woodside, DE $109,345

Bear, DE $109,093 Newark, DE $109,052 Claymont, DE $109,275 Delaware City, DE $109,161 Hockessin, DE $109,042 Kirkwood, DE $109,141 Middletown, DE $109,183 Montchanin, DE $109,067

New Castle, DE $109,083 Odessa, DE $109,236 Port Penn, DE $109,310 Rockland, DE $109,078 Saint Georges, DE $109,148 Townsend, DE $109,316 Winterthur, DE $109,091 Lewes, DE $108,626

Wilmington, DE $109,048 Dover, DE $109,481 Dover Afb, DE $108,904 Bethany Beach, DE $108,264 Bethel, DE $108,376 Bridgeville, DE $108,632 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,173 Cheswold, DE $109,446

Clayton, DE $109,449 Dagsboro, DE $108,189 Delmar, DE $108,015 Ellendale, DE $108,343 Felton, DE $108,953 Fenwick Island, DE $108,212 Frankford, DE $108,024 Frederica, DE $109,061

Georgetown, DE $108,148 Greenwood, DE $108,649 Harbeson, DE $108,263 Harrington, DE $108,815 Hartly, DE $109,153 Houston, DE $108,660 Kenton, DE $109,454 Laurel, DE $108,083

Yorklyn, DE $109,075

Nurse Navigator - RN Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Nurse Navigator - RN salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $115,955. While startup companies pay approximate $98,761.

Nurse Navigator - RN Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$98,761
Growth Stage	51~500	$104,266
Established	501~5000	$112,169
Enterprise	5000+	$115,955

Nurse Navigator - RN Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Nurse Navigator - RN roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, Nurse Navigator - RN positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Nurse Navigator - RN as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Nurse Navigator - RN

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$136,471	$66.0	25%

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

Understanding how a Nurse Navigator - 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.

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$98,504

Average $109,177/year

$116,633

$8,209

Average $9,098/month

$9,719

$1,894

Average $2,100/week

$2,243

$47

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,633	$9,719	$2,243	$56
Average	$109,177	$9,098	$2,100	$52
25th Percentile	$98,504	$8,209	$1,894	$47

Nurse Navigator - RN Salary Growth & Career Path

Nurse Navigator - RN

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Epidemiologist

Operating Room Supervisor

Patient Relations Manager

Infection Control Director

Operating Room Services Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Nurse Navigator - 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.

Nurse Navigator - RN Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Infection Control Manager	$126,100	16%
Epidemiologist	$94,312	-14%
Operating Room Supervisor	$111,498	2%
Patient Relations Manager	$89,974	-18%

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