Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery Salary in the United States

How much does a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery in the United States is $71,889 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,228
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,705 to $79,918
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,255
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Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $79,918 $6,660 $1,537 $38
Average $71,889 $5,991 $1,382 $35
25th Percentile $63,705 $5,309 $1,225 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery Salaries

A Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery'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 Do Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery 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 Registered Nurse Plastic Surgeries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $79,595.
  • California: $79,293.
  • Massachusetts: $78,236.

Top Paying Cities for Registered Nurse Plastic Surgeries

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:

  • San Jose: $90,673
  • San Francisco: $89,680
  • Oakland: $87,790

What Skills Can Increase a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 4.92% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Pediatric (Mentioned in 2.93% Job Postings): Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
  • Basic Life Support (Mentioned in 2.24% Job Postings): BLS is a level of medical care which is used for patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can be given full medical care by advanced life support providers. It can be provided by trained medical personnel.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 4.92%
Pediatric 2.93%
Basic Life Support 2.24%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery's salary.
  • Confidentiality: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Effective Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Confidentiality
$74,764
4%
Leadership
$74,764
4%
Effective Communication
$74,045
3%
Commitment
$74,045
3%
Integrity
$73,326
2%
Delegation
$73,326
2%
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Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery positions in Software & Networking or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$86,266$41.020%
Biotechnology$82,672$40.015%
Insurance$79,078$38.010%
Healthcare$75,483$36.05%

Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery

Salaries for a Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $64,330 in 2023 to around $60,428 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery Over Time

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$64,330
2024
$61,825
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2024 $61,825
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FAQ about Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Registered Nurse Plastic Surgery roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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