What are the main factors that influence a Rn First Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Rn First Assistant's salary?

A Rn First Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $103,517 for beginners, reaching about $107,453 at mid-level, and approach $112,948 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Rn First Assistant?

Rn First Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rn First Assistant roles are District of Columbia $115,728, California $115,289, Massachusetts $113,752. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rn First Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Rn First Assistant level roles vary by specialization: First Assistant Engineer: $140,184; Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical First Assistant: $104,900; Surgical First Assistant Nurse: $104,890; RN - First Assistant (RNFA): $104,880; Staff Nurse - RN - Surgical First Assistant: $104,876.

Rn First Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Rn First Assistant make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rn First Assistant in Delaware is $105,850 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, a Rn First Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,457
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,966 to $117,160
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,967

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Rn First Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,160	$9,763	$2,253	$56
Average	$105,850	$8,821	$2,036	$51
25th Percentile	$95,966	$7,997	$1,845	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Rn First Assistant Salaries

A Rn First Assistant'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 Rn First Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rn First Assistant'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): $103,517
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,203
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,453
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,581
Expert (over 8 years): $112,948

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Rn First Assistant	$103,517
Intermediate Level Rn First Assistant	$104,203
Senior Level Rn First Assistant	$107,453
Specialist Level Rn First Assistant	$112,581
Expert Level Rn First Assistant	$112,948

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How Do Rn First Assistant 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 Rn First Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $115,728.
California: $115,289.
Massachusetts: $113,752.

District of Columbia $115,728 California $115,289 Massachusetts $113,752 Washington $113,334 New Jersey $113,292 Alaska $113,146 Connecticut $111,704 New York $111,118

Hawaii $109,247 Rhode Island $108,369 Maryland $107,774 Minnesota $106,958 Colorado $106,645 Illinois $106,540 Oregon $106,143 Delaware $105,850

New Hampshire $105,666 Virginia $105,255 Pennsylvania $104,053 Nevada $103,446 North Dakota $103,248 Michigan $102,934 Wisconsin $102,819 Vermont $102,589

Texas $101,952 Maine $101,910 Arizona $101,847 Ohio $101,774 Georgia $100,812 Indiana $100,332 Wyoming $100,238 Utah $100,091

Iowa $100,029 Kansas $99,527 Louisiana $99,380 North Carolina $99,328 Missouri $99,307 Florida $98,900 Montana $98,680 Nebraska $98,471

Kentucky $98,356 South Carolina $97,938 Tennessee $97,677 Idaho $97,572 New Mexico $96,809 Oklahoma $96,642 Alabama $96,025 South Dakota $94,991

Arkansas $94,426 West Virginia $94,123 Mississippi $93,214

Top Paying Cities for Rn First Assistants

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: $105,374
Little Creek: $106,145
Magnolia: $105,993

Lincoln, DE $105,374 Little Creek, DE $106,145 Magnolia, DE $105,993 Milford, DE $105,641 Marydel, DE $105,815 Millsboro, DE $104,932 Millville, DE $105,094 Milton, DE $105,276

Nassau, DE $105,352 Ocean View, DE $105,076 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,278 Seaford, DE $105,337 Selbyville, DE $104,901 Smyrna, DE $106,218 Viola, DE $105,729 Woodside, DE $106,013

Bear, DE $105,769 Newark, DE $105,729 Claymont, DE $105,946 Delaware City, DE $105,835 Hockessin, DE $105,720 Kirkwood, DE $105,815 Middletown, DE $105,856 Montchanin, DE $105,744

New Castle, DE $105,760 Odessa, DE $105,908 Port Penn, DE $105,979 Rockland, DE $105,754 Saint Georges, DE $105,822 Townsend, DE $105,985 Winterthur, DE $105,767 Lewes, DE $105,316

Wilmington, DE $105,725 Dover, DE $106,145 Dover Afb, DE $105,586 Bethany Beach, DE $104,965 Bethel, DE $105,074 Bridgeville, DE $105,322 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,846 Cheswold, DE $106,111

Clayton, DE $106,114 Dagsboro, DE $104,892 Delmar, DE $104,724 Ellendale, DE $105,041 Felton, DE $105,633 Fenwick Island, DE $104,915 Frankford, DE $104,732 Frederica, DE $105,738

Georgetown, DE $104,852 Greenwood, DE $105,338 Harbeson, DE $104,964 Harrington, DE $105,499 Hartly, DE $105,827 Houston, DE $105,349 Kenton, DE $106,119 Laurel, DE $104,790

Yorklyn, DE $105,751

Rn First Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rn First Assistant'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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$95,966

Average $105,850/year

$117,160

$7,997

Average $8,821/month

$9,763

$1,845

Average $2,036/week

$2,253

$46

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,160	$9,763	$2,253	$56
Average	$105,850	$8,821	$2,036	$51
25th Percentile	$95,966	$7,997	$1,845	$46

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