What are the main factors that influence a Cardiac Surgical Nurse'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 Cardiac Surgical Nurse?

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

How does experience change A Cardiac Surgical Nurse's salary?

A Cardiac Surgical Nurse's salary grows with experience: starting around $105,084 for beginners, reaching about $109,088 at mid-level, and approach $114,703 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cardiac Surgical Nurse?

Cardiac Surgical Nurse salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cardiac Surgical Nurse roles are District of Columbia $121,314, California $120,854, Massachusetts $119,243. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cardiac Surgical Nurse roles make?

Salaries for Cardiac Surgical Nurse level roles vary by specialization: Nurse Practitioner - Surgical: $116,754; Nurse Practitioner - Cardiac: $116,754; cardiac icu nurse: $114,460; Surgical Registered Nurse: $113,575; Medical Surgical Nurse: $103,535.

Cardiac Surgical Nurse Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cardiac Surgical Nurse make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cardiac Surgical Nurse in Delaware is $110,960 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,705
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,319 to $124,436
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,541

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Cardiac Surgical Nurse Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,436	$10,370	$2,393	$60
Average	$110,960	$9,247	$2,134	$53
25th Percentile	$101,319	$8,443	$1,948	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Cardiac Surgical Nurse Salaries

A Cardiac Surgical Nurse'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 Cardiac Surgical Nurse Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cardiac Surgical Nurse'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): $105,084
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,781
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,088
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,329
Expert (over 8 years): $114,703

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cardiac Surgical Nurse	$105,084
Intermediate Level Cardiac Surgical Nurse	$105,781
Senior Level Cardiac Surgical Nurse	$109,088
Specialist Level Cardiac Surgical Nurse	$114,329
Expert Level Cardiac Surgical Nurse	$114,703

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How Do Cardiac Surgical Nurse 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 Cardiac Surgical Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $121,314.
California: $120,854.
Massachusetts: $119,243.

District of Columbia $121,314 California $120,854 Massachusetts $119,243 Washington $118,805 New Jersey $118,761 Alaska $118,607 Connecticut $117,095 New York $116,482

Hawaii $114,520 Rhode Island $113,600 Maryland $112,976 Minnesota $112,121 Colorado $111,792 Illinois $111,683 Oregon $111,266 Delaware $110,960

New Hampshire $110,767 Virginia $110,335 Pennsylvania $109,075 Nevada $108,439 North Dakota $108,231 Michigan $107,903 Wisconsin $107,782 Vermont $107,541

Texas $106,873 Maine $106,829 Arizona $106,763 Ohio $106,686 Georgia $105,678 Indiana $105,174 Wyoming $105,076 Utah $104,922

Iowa $104,857 Kansas $104,331 Louisiana $104,177 North Carolina $104,122 Missouri $104,101 Florida $103,673 Montana $103,443 Nebraska $103,224

Kentucky $103,103 South Carolina $102,665 Tennessee $102,391 Idaho $102,282 New Mexico $101,482 Oklahoma $101,307 Alabama $100,660 South Dakota $99,575

Arkansas $98,984 West Virginia $98,666 Mississippi $97,713

Top Paying Cities for Cardiac Surgical Nurses

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: $110,460
Little Creek: $111,268
Magnolia: $111,109

Lincoln, DE $110,460 Little Creek, DE $111,268 Magnolia, DE $111,109 Milford, DE $110,740 Marydel, DE $110,922 Millsboro, DE $109,996 Millville, DE $110,166 Milton, DE $110,357

Nassau, DE $110,437 Ocean View, DE $110,148 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,359 Seaford, DE $110,422 Selbyville, DE $109,965 Smyrna, DE $111,345 Viola, DE $110,832 Woodside, DE $111,130

Bear, DE $110,874 Newark, DE $110,832 Claymont, DE $111,059 Delaware City, DE $110,943 Hockessin, DE $110,823 Kirkwood, DE $110,922 Middletown, DE $110,965 Montchanin, DE $110,848

New Castle, DE $110,864 Odessa, DE $111,020 Port Penn, DE $111,094 Rockland, DE $110,859 Saint Georges, DE $110,930 Townsend, DE $111,101 Winterthur, DE $110,872 Lewes, DE $110,400

Wilmington, DE $110,828 Dover, DE $111,268 Dover Afb, DE $110,682 Bethany Beach, DE $110,031 Bethel, DE $110,145 Bridgeville, DE $110,405 Camden Wyoming, DE $110,955 Cheswold, DE $111,232

Clayton, DE $111,236 Dagsboro, DE $109,955 Delmar, DE $109,778 Ellendale, DE $110,111 Felton, DE $110,732 Fenwick Island, DE $109,979 Frankford, DE $109,787 Frederica, DE $110,841

Georgetown, DE $109,913 Greenwood, DE $110,423 Harbeson, DE $110,030 Harrington, DE $110,591 Hartly, DE $110,935 Houston, DE $110,434 Kenton, DE $111,241 Laurel, DE $109,847

Yorklyn, DE $110,855

Cardiac Surgical Nurse Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industry for a Cardiac Surgical Nurse

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$133,151	$64.0	20%

Cardiac Surgical Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cardiac Surgical Nurse'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

$101,319

Average $110,960/year

$124,436

$8,443

Average $9,247/month

$10,370

$1,948

Average $2,134/week

$2,393

$49

Average $53/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,436	$10,370	$2,393	$60
Average	$110,960	$9,247	$2,134	$53
25th Percentile	$101,319	$8,443	$1,948	$49

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