What are the main factors that influence an ICU RN'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 ICU RN?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for ICU RN roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An ICU RN's salary?

An ICU RN's salary grows with experience: starting around $91,227 for beginners, reaching about $94,703 at mid-level, and approach $99,578 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an ICU RN?

ICU RN salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for ICU RN roles are District of Columbia $103,540, California $103,148, Massachusetts $101,773. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of ICU RN roles make?

Salaries for ICU RN level roles vary by specialization: ICU Physician: $399,320; ICU Director: $178,377; Head of ICU: $154,120; Travel RN Critical Care ICU Weekly: $95,133; ICU RN per week: $93,195.

ICU RN Salary in Delaware

How much does an ICU RN make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an ICU RN in Delaware is $94,703 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, an ICU RN's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,812
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,505 to $105,752
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,041

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ICU RN Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,752	$8,813	$2,034	$51
Average	$94,703	$7,892	$1,821	$46
25th Percentile	$86,505	$7,209	$1,664	$42

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Key Factors That Influence ICU RN Salaries

An ICU RN'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 ICU RN Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ICU RN'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $91,227
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,469
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $94,703
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,253
Expert (over 8 years): $99,578

Levels	Salary
Entry Level ICU RN	$91,227
Intermediate Level ICU RN	$91,469
Senior Level ICU RN	$94,703
Specialist Level ICU RN	$99,253
Expert Level ICU RN	$99,578

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How Do ICU RN 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 ICU RNs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,540.
California: $103,148.
Massachusetts: $101,773.

District of Columbia $103,540 California $103,148 Massachusetts $101,773 Washington $101,399 New Jersey $101,361 Alaska $101,231 Connecticut $99,940 New York $99,416

Hawaii $97,742 Rhode Island $96,957 Maryland $96,424 Minnesota $95,694 Colorado $95,414 Illinois $95,320 Oregon $94,965 Delaware $94,703

New Hampshire $94,539 Virginia $94,170 Pennsylvania $93,095 Nevada $92,552 North Dakota $92,375 Michigan $92,094 Wisconsin $91,991 Vermont $91,785

Texas $91,215 Maine $91,178 Arizona $91,122 Ohio $91,056 Georgia $90,196 Indiana $89,766 Wyoming $89,681 Utah $89,550

Iowa $89,494 Kansas $89,045 Louisiana $88,915 North Carolina $88,868 Missouri $88,849 Florida $88,484 Montana $88,288 Nebraska $88,101

Kentucky $87,998 South Carolina $87,624 Tennessee $87,390 Idaho $87,297 New Mexico $86,614 Oklahoma $86,464 Alabama $85,913 South Dakota $84,987

Arkansas $84,482 West Virginia $84,211 Mississippi $83,397

Top Paying Cities for ICU RNs

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: $94,277
Little Creek: $94,967
Magnolia: $94,830

Lincoln, DE $94,277 Little Creek, DE $94,967 Magnolia, DE $94,830 Milford, DE $94,516 Marydel, DE $94,671 Millsboro, DE $93,881 Millville, DE $94,026 Milton, DE $94,189

Nassau, DE $94,257 Ocean View, DE $94,010 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,191 Seaford, DE $94,244 Selbyville, DE $93,854 Smyrna, DE $95,032 Viola, DE $94,595 Woodside, DE $94,849

Bear, DE $94,630 Newark, DE $94,595 Claymont, DE $94,788 Delaware City, DE $94,689 Hockessin, DE $94,586 Kirkwood, DE $94,671 Middletown, DE $94,708 Montchanin, DE $94,608

New Castle, DE $94,622 Odessa, DE $94,755 Port Penn, DE $94,818 Rockland, DE $94,617 Saint Georges, DE $94,678 Townsend, DE $94,824 Winterthur, DE $94,628 Lewes, DE $94,225

Wilmington, DE $94,591 Dover, DE $94,967 Dover Afb, DE $94,467 Bethany Beach, DE $93,911 Bethel, DE $94,008 Bridgeville, DE $94,230 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,699 Cheswold, DE $94,936

Clayton, DE $94,939 Dagsboro, DE $93,846 Delmar, DE $93,695 Ellendale, DE $93,979 Felton, DE $94,509 Fenwick Island, DE $93,866 Frankford, DE $93,703 Frederica, DE $94,602

Georgetown, DE $93,810 Greenwood, DE $94,245 Harbeson, DE $93,910 Harrington, DE $94,389 Hartly, DE $94,683 Houston, DE $94,254 Kenton, DE $94,943 Laurel, DE $93,754

Yorklyn, DE $94,614

ICU RN Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ICU RN roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, ICU RN positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view ICU RN as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an ICU RN

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$113,644	$55.0	20%

ICU RN Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ICU RN'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

$86,505

Average $94,703/year

$105,752

$7,209

Average $7,892/month

$8,813

$1,664

Average $1,821/week

$2,034

$42

Average $46/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,752	$8,813	$2,034	$51
Average	$94,703	$7,892	$1,821	$46
25th Percentile	$86,505	$7,209	$1,664	$42

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