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

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

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

A Staff Nurse - RN 's salary grows with experience: a Staff Nurse - RN I (0-2 years)earns $74,588, a Staff Nurse - RN II (2-4 years)earns $84,543, a Staff Nurse - RN III (4-7 years)earns $98,266,

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

Staff Nurse - RN I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Nurse - RN I roles are District of Columbia $81,549, California $81,239, Massachusetts $80,157. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Staff Nurse - RN level roles vary by specialization: Staff Nurse - RN - Research: $94,832; Staff Nurse - RN - Dialysis: $90,571; Staff Nurse - RN - Oncology: $88,997; Staff Nurse - RN - Hospice: $87,873; Staff Nurse - RN - Medical Management: $86,794.

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Staff Nurse - RN I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Nurse - RN I make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Nurse - RN I in Delaware is $74,588 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,467
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,910 to $83,423
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,919

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Staff Nurse - RN I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,423	$6,952	$1,604	$40
Average	$74,588	$6,216	$1,434	$36
25th Percentile	$66,910	$5,576	$1,287	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Nurse - RN I Salaries

A Staff Nurse - RN I'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 Staff Nurse - RN Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff Nurse - RN I'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:

Staff Nurse - RN I (0-2 years): $74,588
Staff Nurse - RN II (2-4 years): $84,543
Staff Nurse - RN III (4-7 years): $98,266

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Staff Nurse - RN I	0-2 years	$74,588
Staff Nurse - RN II	2-4 years	$84,543
Staff Nurse - RN III	4-7 years	$98,266

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How Do Staff Nurse - RN I 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 Staff Nurse - RN Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,549.
California: $81,239.
Massachusetts: $80,157.

District of Columbia $81,549 California $81,239 Massachusetts $80,157 Washington $79,862 New Jersey $79,832 Alaska $79,729 Connecticut $78,713 New York $78,301

Hawaii $76,982 Rhode Island $76,363 Maryland $75,944 Minnesota $75,369 Colorado $75,148 Illinois $75,075 Oregon $74,795 Delaware $74,588

New Hampshire $74,459 Virginia $74,169 Pennsylvania $73,322 Nevada $72,894 North Dakota $72,754 Michigan $72,533 Wisconsin $72,452 Vermont $72,290

Texas $71,841 Maine $71,812 Arizona $71,767 Ohio $71,716 Georgia $71,038 Indiana $70,700 Wyoming $70,633 Utah $70,530

Iowa $70,486 Kansas $70,132 Louisiana $70,029 North Carolina $69,992 Missouri $69,978 Florida $69,690 Montana $69,536 Nebraska $69,388

Kentucky $69,307 South Carolina $69,013 Tennessee $68,829 Idaho $68,755 New Mexico $68,217 Oklahoma $68,100 Alabama $67,665 South Dakota $66,936

Arkansas $66,538 West Virginia $66,325 Mississippi $65,684

Top Paying Cities for Staff Nurse - RN Is

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: $77,196
Little Creek: $76,481
Magnolia: $76,798

Lincoln, DE $77,196 Little Creek, DE $76,481 Magnolia, DE $76,798 Milford, DE $77,196 Marydel, DE $76,194 Millsboro, DE $77,196 Millville, DE $77,711 Milton, DE $77,196

Nassau, DE $77,196 Ocean View, DE $77,711 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,711 Seaford, DE $76,386 Selbyville, DE $77,711 Smyrna, DE $76,106 Viola, DE $76,798 Woodside, DE $76,577

Bear, DE $75,546 Newark, DE $75,575 Claymont, DE $75,634 Delaware City, DE $75,575 Hockessin, DE $75,634 Kirkwood, DE $75,575 Middletown, DE $75,951 Montchanin, DE $75,634

New Castle, DE $75,634 Odessa, DE $76,054 Port Penn, DE $75,369 Rockland, DE $75,634 Saint Georges, DE $75,575 Townsend, DE $75,944 Winterthur, DE $75,634 Lewes, DE $77,196

Wilmington, DE $75,634 Dover, DE $76,444 Dover Afb, DE $76,621 Bethany Beach, DE $77,711 Bethel, DE $76,386 Bridgeville, DE $77,196 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,525 Cheswold, DE $76,268

Clayton, DE $76,076 Dagsboro, DE $77,711 Delmar, DE $76,386 Ellendale, DE $77,196 Felton, DE $77,196 Fenwick Island, DE $77,711 Frankford, DE $77,711 Frederica, DE $77,196

Georgetown, DE $77,196 Greenwood, DE $77,196 Harbeson, DE $77,196 Harrington, DE $77,196 Hartly, DE $76,039 Houston, DE $77,196 Kenton, DE $76,076 Laurel, DE $76,386

Yorklyn, DE $75,634

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

Understanding how a Staff Nurse - RN I'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

$66,910

Average $74,588/year

$83,423

$5,576

Average $6,216/month

$6,952

$1,287

Average $1,434/week

$1,604

$32

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,423	$6,952	$1,604	$40
Average	$74,588	$6,216	$1,434	$36
25th Percentile	$66,910	$5,576	$1,287	$32

Staff Nurse - RN I Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Staff Nurse - RN I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Maternity Services Director	$164,088	120%
Head of Intensive Care Unit	$156,157	109%
Staff Nurse - RN II	$84,543	13%
Transplant Nurse Coordinator	$111,371	49%

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