What are the main factors that influence a Professor - Nursing'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 Professor - Nursing?

The Education industry offers the highest average compensation for Professor - Nursing roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A Professor - Nursing's salary?

A Professor - Nursing's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $64,353, an Asst. Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $71,560, an Assoc. Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $82,888, a Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $109,233,

What are the highest paying states for a Professor - Nursing?

Professor - Nursing salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Professor - Nursing roles are District of Columbia $119,426, California $118,973, Massachusetts $117,387. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Professor - Nursing roles make?

Salaries for Professor - Nursing level roles vary by specialization: College Professor - Nursing: $107,900; University Professor - Nursing: $107,870; Assistant Professor, Nursing: $82,289; College Associate Professor - Nursing: $81,900; University Associate Professor - Nursing: $81,850.

Professor - Nursing Salary in Delaware

How much does a Professor - Nursing make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Professor - Nursing in Delaware is $109,233 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Professor - Nursing's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,836
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,765 to $125,775
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,503

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Professor - Nursing Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,775	$10,481	$2,419	$60
Average	$109,233	$9,103	$2,101	$53
25th Percentile	$95,765	$7,980	$1,842	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Professor - Nursing Salaries

A Professor - Nursing'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 Professor - Nursing Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Professor - Nursing'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:

Instructor - Nursing (0-0 years): $64,353
Asst. Professor - Nursing (0-0 years): $71,560
Assoc. Professor - Nursing (0-0 years): $82,888
Professor - Nursing (0-0 years): $109,233

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Instructor - Nursing	0-0 years	$64,353
Asst. Professor - Nursing	0-0 years	$71,560
Assoc. Professor - Nursing	0-0 years	$82,888
Professor - Nursing	0-0 years	$109,233

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How Do Professor - Nursing 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 Professor - Nursings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,426.
California: $118,973.
Massachusetts: $117,387.

District of Columbia $119,426 California $118,973 Massachusetts $117,387 Washington $116,956 New Jersey $116,913 Alaska $116,762 Connecticut $115,273 New York $114,669

Hawaii $112,738 Rhode Island $111,832 Maryland $111,218 Minnesota $110,376 Colorado $110,053 Illinois $109,945 Oregon $109,535 Delaware $109,233

New Hampshire $109,043 Virginia $108,618 Pennsylvania $107,378 Nevada $106,752 North Dakota $106,547 Michigan $106,223 Wisconsin $106,105 Vermont $105,868

Texas $105,210 Maine $105,166 Arizona $105,102 Ohio $105,026 Georgia $104,034 Indiana $103,538 Wyoming $103,441 Utah $103,290

Iowa $103,225 Kansas $102,707 Louisiana $102,556 North Carolina $102,502 Missouri $102,481 Florida $102,060 Montana $101,833 Nebraska $101,618

Kentucky $101,499 South Carolina $101,068 Tennessee $100,798 Idaho $100,690 New Mexico $99,903 Oklahoma $99,730 Alabama $99,094 South Dakota $98,026

Arkansas $97,443 West Virginia $97,131 Mississippi $96,192

Top Paying Cities for Professor - Nursings

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: $108,741
Little Creek: $109,537
Magnolia: $109,380

Lincoln, DE $108,741 Little Creek, DE $109,537 Magnolia, DE $109,380 Milford, DE $109,017 Marydel, DE $109,196 Millsboro, DE $108,285 Millville, DE $108,452 Milton, DE $108,640

Nassau, DE $108,718 Ocean View, DE $108,434 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,642 Seaford, DE $108,703 Selbyville, DE $108,253 Smyrna, DE $109,613 Viola, DE $109,108 Woodside, DE $109,401

Bear, DE $109,149 Newark, DE $109,108 Claymont, DE $109,331 Delaware City, DE $109,217 Hockessin, DE $109,098 Kirkwood, DE $109,196 Middletown, DE $109,238 Montchanin, DE $109,123

New Castle, DE $109,139 Odessa, DE $109,292 Port Penn, DE $109,366 Rockland, DE $109,134 Saint Georges, DE $109,204 Townsend, DE $109,372 Winterthur, DE $109,147 Lewes, DE $108,682

Wilmington, DE $109,103 Dover, DE $109,537 Dover Afb, DE $108,960 Bethany Beach, DE $108,319 Bethel, DE $108,431 Bridgeville, DE $108,687 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,229 Cheswold, DE $109,501

Clayton, DE $109,505 Dagsboro, DE $108,244 Delmar, DE $108,070 Ellendale, DE $108,398 Felton, DE $109,009 Fenwick Island, DE $108,267 Frankford, DE $108,079 Frederica, DE $109,116

Georgetown, DE $108,203 Greenwood, DE $108,704 Harbeson, DE $108,318 Harrington, DE $108,870 Hartly, DE $109,209 Houston, DE $108,715 Kenton, DE $109,510 Laurel, DE $108,138

Yorklyn, DE $109,130

Professor - Nursing Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Professor - Nursing salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $112,812. While startup companies pay approximate $96,353.

Professor - Nursing Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$96,353
Growth Stage	51~500	$101,668
Established	501~5000	$109,216
Enterprise	5000+	$112,812

Professor - Nursing Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Professor - Nursing roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 22% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 12% above the average. Conversely, Professor - Nursing positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Professor - Nursing as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Professor - Nursing

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Education	$122,341	$59.0	12%

Professor - Nursing Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Professor - Nursing'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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$95,765

Average $109,233/year

$125,775

$7,980

Average $9,103/month

$10,481

$1,842

Average $2,101/week

$2,419

$46

Average $53/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,775	$10,481	$2,419	$60
Average	$109,233	$9,103	$2,101	$53
25th Percentile	$95,765	$7,980	$1,842	$46

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