What are the main factors that influence a Clinical Nurse Educator'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 Clinical Nurse Educator?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Clinical Nurse Educator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Clinical Nurse Educator's salary?

A Clinical Nurse Educator's salary grows with experience: an Clinical Nurse Educator (0-0 years)earns $62,982, an Asst. Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $70,036, an Assoc. Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $81,123, a Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $106,906,

What are the highest paying states for a Clinical Nurse Educator?

Clinical Nurse Educator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Clinical Nurse Educator roles are District of Columbia $69,552, California $69,288, Massachusetts $68,365. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Clinical Nurse Educator roles make?

Salaries for Clinical Nurse Educator level roles vary by specialization: Clinical Informatics Educator: $107,298; Rn Clinical Educator: $83,747; Clinical Educator: $82,380; Clinical RN Educator - Diabetes: $82,100; Diabetes Nurse Educator: $82,090.

Clinical Nurse Educator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Clinical Nurse Educator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Nurse Educator in Delaware is $63,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Clinical Nurse Educator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,076
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,241 to $72,232
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,616

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Clinical Nurse Educator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,232	$6,019	$1,389	$35
Average	$63,616	$5,301	$1,223	$31
25th Percentile	$55,241	$4,603	$1,062	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Nurse Educator Salaries

A Clinical Nurse Educator'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 Clinical Nurse Educator 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 Clinical Nurse Educators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,552.
California: $69,288.
Massachusetts: $68,365.

District of Columbia $69,552 California $69,288 Massachusetts $68,365 Washington $68,114 New Jersey $68,088 Alaska $68,000 Connecticut $67,134 New York $66,782

Hawaii $65,657 Rhode Island $65,130 Maryland $64,772 Minnesota $64,282 Colorado $64,093 Illinois $64,030 Oregon $63,792 Delaware $63,616

New Hampshire $63,505 Virginia $63,258 Pennsylvania $62,535 Nevada $62,171 North Dakota $62,052 Michigan $61,863 Wisconsin $61,794 Vermont $61,656

Texas $61,273 Maine $61,248 Arizona $61,210 Ohio $61,166 Georgia $60,588 Indiana $60,299 Wyoming $60,242 Utah $60,155

Iowa $60,117 Kansas $59,815 Louisiana $59,727 North Carolina $59,696 Missouri $59,683 Florida $59,438 Montana $59,306 Nebraska $59,181

Kentucky $59,112 South Carolina $58,860 Tennessee $58,703 Idaho $58,641 New Mexico $58,182 Oklahoma $58,082 Alabama $57,711 South Dakota $57,089

Arkansas $56,750 West Virginia $56,568 Mississippi $56,021

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Nurse Educators

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: $63,329
Little Creek: $63,793
Magnolia: $63,701

Lincoln, DE $63,329 Little Creek, DE $63,793 Magnolia, DE $63,701 Milford, DE $63,490 Marydel, DE $63,594 Millsboro, DE $63,064 Millville, DE $63,161 Milton, DE $63,270

Nassau, DE $63,316 Ocean View, DE $63,150 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,272 Seaford, DE $63,307 Selbyville, DE $63,045 Smyrna, DE $63,837 Viola, DE $63,543 Woodside, DE $63,714

Bear, DE $63,567 Newark, DE $63,543 Claymont, DE $63,673 Delaware City, DE $63,606 Hockessin, DE $63,537 Kirkwood, DE $63,594 Middletown, DE $63,619 Montchanin, DE $63,552

New Castle, DE $63,561 Odessa, DE $63,650 Port Penn, DE $63,693 Rockland, DE $63,558 Saint Georges, DE $63,599 Townsend, DE $63,697 Winterthur, DE $63,566 Lewes, DE $63,295

Wilmington, DE $63,540 Dover, DE $63,793 Dover Afb, DE $63,457 Bethany Beach, DE $63,084 Bethel, DE $63,149 Bridgeville, DE $63,298 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,613 Cheswold, DE $63,772

Clayton, DE $63,774 Dagsboro, DE $63,040 Delmar, DE $62,939 Ellendale, DE $63,130 Felton, DE $63,485 Fenwick Island, DE $63,054 Frankford, DE $62,944 Frederica, DE $63,548

Georgetown, DE $63,016 Greenwood, DE $63,308 Harbeson, DE $63,083 Harrington, DE $63,405 Hartly, DE $63,602 Houston, DE $63,314 Kenton, DE $63,777 Laurel, DE $62,978

Yorklyn, DE $63,556

Clinical Nurse Educator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Nurse Educator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Clinical Nurse Educator positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Clinical Nurse Educator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Clinical Nurse Educator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$69,977	$34.0	10%

Clinical Nurse Educator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Nurse Educator'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 July 01, 2026

$55,241

Average $63,616/year

$72,232

$4,603

Average $5,301/month

$6,019

$1,062

Average $1,223/week

$1,389

$27

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,232	$6,019	$1,389	$35
Average	$63,616	$5,301	$1,223	$31
25th Percentile	$55,241	$4,603	$1,062	$27

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