As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics in the United States is $82,994. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $68,740 to a high of $103,993, with most professionals earning between $75,533 and $93,985.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $93,985 | $7,832 | $1,807 | $45 |
| Average | $82,994 | $6,916 | $1,596 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $75,533 | $6,294 | $1,453 | $36 |
An entry-level Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics with less than 1 year of experience earns about $79,671. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $79,891. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $82,904. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $87,445, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $87,770.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics | $79,671 |
| Intermediate Level Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics | $79,891 |
| Senior Level Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics | $82,904 |
| Specialist Level Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics | $87,445 |
| Expert Level Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics | $87,770 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 0% |
| Top Level | 5% |
| Experienced | 6% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $209,336 in 2023 to approximately $211,584 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $82,994 | 72.0% | ||
| Bonus | $63 | 0.1% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $6,354 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $4,070 | 3.5% | ||
| Disability | $1,329 | 1.2% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 5.5% | ||
| Pension | $3,488 | 3.0% | ||
| Time Off | $10,542 | 9.2% | ||
| Total Compensation | $115,210 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.2% |
| High School | 2.4% |
| Associates | 39.6% |
| Bachelors | 51.3% |
| Masters | 6.1% |
| Doctorate | 0.2% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics is $82,994. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics is $40; the average weekly pay of Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics is $1,596; the average monthly pay of Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics is $6,916.
A Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics is $104,157.
The highest pay for Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics is $103,993.
The lowest pay for Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics is $68,740.
Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics provides professional nursing care to assigned OB/GYN patients. Assists physicians with examinations, labor and delivery, operates and monitors medical equipment, and records relevant statistics, including time of birth. Being a Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics provides immediate and comprehensive care to mothers and newborns during antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum periods. Observes patient's condition, records observations in patient medical record, and updates attending physician directly when necessary. Additionally, Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics may administer medications and IV solutions as necessary. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Typically requires Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification. Requires a valid state RN license. Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
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