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Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room in the United States is $110,603 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,589
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,027 to $127,869
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,219
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Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $127,869 $10,656 $2,459 $61
Average $110,603 $9,217 $2,127 $53
25th Percentile $102,027 $8,502 $1,962 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room Salaries

An Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room'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): $104,465
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $104,770
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,294
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,082
  • Expert (over 8 years): $113,001
Levels Salary
Entry Level Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room$104,465
Intermediate Level Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room$104,770
Senior Level Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room$106,294
Specialist Level Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room$111,082
Expert Level Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room$113,001
$104,465 0 yr
$104,770 < 2 yrs
$106,294 2-4 yrs
$111,082 5-8 yrs
$113,001 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room 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 Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Rooms. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $122,460.
  • California: $121,995.
  • Massachusetts: $120,369.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Rooms

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: $139,504
  • San Francisco: $137,976
  • Oakland: $135,068

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.71% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Basic Life Support (Mentioned in 3.57% 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.
  • Community Health (Mentioned in 3.57% Job Postings): Community health refers to simple health services that are delivered by laymen outside hospitals and clinics.
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Leadership 10.71%
Basic Life Support 3.57%
Community Health 3.57%
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 an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room's salary.
  • Real Estate Development: Can increase your salary by up to 27%.
  • Basic Life Support: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
  • Clinical Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Real Estate Development
 $140,466
27%
Basic Life Support
 $138,254
25%
Clinical Operations
 $136,042
23%
Clinical Practice
 $134,936
22%
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
 $134,936
22%
Materials Management
 $133,830
21%
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Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room 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, Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$132,724$64.020%

How Education impacts an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Rooms enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room with a Bachelor's Degree is between $99,032 and $105,125).

Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 14.3%
High School 14.3%
Associates 28.6%
Bachelors 42.9%
Masters 14.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room'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.

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$102,027
Average $110,603/year
$127,869
$8,502
Average $9,217/month
$10,656
$1,962
Average $2,127/week
$2,459
$49
Average $53/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $127,869 $10,656 $2,459 $61
Average $110,603 $9,217 $2,127 $53
25th Percentile $102,027 $8,502 $1,962 $49

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Salary Trends for Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room

Salaries for an Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $82,874 in 2023 to around $82,080 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room salary trends, .

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2024 $82,932
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  • Coast Medical Service

    Columbus, OH

    Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

    Coast Medical Service | Columbus, OH

    Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty... more

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  • TNAA TotalMed RN

    Columbus, OH

    Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

    TNAA TotalMed RN | Columbus, OH

    TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty:OR -... more

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  • Voca Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

    Voca Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Voca Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty:OR - ... more

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  • Pulse Healthcare Services

    Columbus, OH

    Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

    Pulse Healthcare Services | Columbus, OH

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  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

    Arrow Healthcare Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Arrow Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Speci... more

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  • Triage Staffing

    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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