Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab Salary in the United States

How much does a Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab in the United States is $99,916 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,264
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,158 to $108,473
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,363
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Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $108,473 $9,039 $2,086 $52
Average $99,916 $8,326 $1,921 $48
25th Percentile $89,158 $7,430 $1,715 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab Salaries

A Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab'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 Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab'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): $95,634
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,464
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,626
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,539
  • Expert (over 8 years): $102,055
Levels Salary
Entry Level Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab$95,634
Intermediate Level Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab$96,464
Senior Level Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab$97,626
Specialist Level Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab$99,539
Expert Level Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab$102,055
$95,634 0 yr
$96,464 < 2 yrs
$97,626 2-4 yrs
$99,539 5-8 yrs
$102,055 > 8 yrs
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How Do Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab 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 Catheterization Labs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $110,627.
  • California: $110,207.
  • Massachusetts: $108,739.

Top Paying Cities for Registered Nurse Catheterization Labs

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: $126,024
  • San Francisco: $124,644
  • Oakland: $122,018

What Skills Can Increase a Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Accountability (Mentioned in 4.65% Job Postings): Setting and holding oneself and others to stated expectations by associating tasks with our business's mission, values, and goals.
  • Nursing Practice (Mentioned in 2.82% Job Postings): Nursing practice may be work experience that is direct and/or indirect patient care in clinical practice, nursing administration, education, research, or consultation in the specialty represented by the credential.
  • Basic Life Support (Mentioned in 1.73% 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
Accountability 4.65%
Nursing Practice 2.82%
Basic Life Support 1.73%
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 Catheterization Lab's salary.
  • Employee Engagement: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
  • Instructing: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Employee Engagement
$127,893
28%
Instructing
$119,899
20%
Verbal Communication
$111,906
12%
Staff Development
$109,908
10%
Confidentiality
$106,910
7%
Decision Making
$105,911
6%
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Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab 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, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$109,908$53.010%

Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab'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 Catheterization Lab

Salaries for a Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $124,918 in 2023 to around $124,619 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab Over Time

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2023
$124,918
2024
$125,601
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2023 $124,918
2024 $125,601
2025 $124,619
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FAQ about Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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