What are the main factors that influence a Specialty 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 Specialty Nurse?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Specialty Nurse roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Specialty Nurse's salary?

A Specialty Nurse's salary grows with experience: a Nursing Education Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $109,579, a Specialty Nurse (4-5 years)earns $130,350, a Nursing Education Director (5+ years)earns $156,007, a Head of Nursing Education (5+ years)earns $177,550,

What are the highest paying states for a Specialty Nurse?

Specialty Nurse salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Specialty Nurse roles are District of Columbia $141,563, California $141,026, Massachusetts $139,147. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Specialty Nurse roles make?

Salaries for Specialty Nurse level roles vary by specialization: Specialty Pharmacist: $151,712; Registered Nurse Ambulatory Specialty: $118,352; Specialty - Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP): $116,800; Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP): $116,760; Nurse Practitioner - Specialty Care: $116,758.

Specialty Nurse Salary in Delaware

How much does a Specialty Nurse make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Specialty Nurse in Delaware is $129,481 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,700
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,954 to $139,017
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,548

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

Smart Recruiting

Recruit with AI

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Specialty Nurse Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,017	$11,585	$2,673	$67
Average	$129,481	$10,790	$2,490	$62
25th Percentile	$116,954	$9,746	$2,249	$56

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Specialty Nurse Job Openings in Delaware

Specialty Nurse

Nemours Children's Hospital Orlando - Wilmington, DE

Specialty Nurse Orthopedics

Nemours Children's Hospital Orlando - Wilmington, DE

Occupational Therapist Acute

Halcyon Nurse Staffing - URBANA, IL

Registered Nurse

Face and Jaw Surgery Center - BISMARCK, ND

Search More Specialty Nurse Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Specialty Nurse Salaries

A Specialty 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 Do Specialty 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 Specialty Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $141,563.
California: $141,026.
Massachusetts: $139,147.

District of Columbia $141,563 California $141,026 Massachusetts $139,147 Washington $138,635 New Jersey $138,584 Alaska $138,405 Connecticut $136,641 New York $135,925

Hawaii $133,636 Rhode Island $132,562 Maryland $131,833 Minnesota $130,836 Colorado $130,452 Illinois $130,325 Oregon $129,839 Delaware $129,481

New Hampshire $129,256 Virginia $128,752 Pennsylvania $127,282 Nevada $126,540 North Dakota $126,297 Michigan $125,914 Wisconsin $125,773 Vermont $125,492

Texas $124,712 Maine $124,661 Arizona $124,584 Ohio $124,494 Georgia $123,318 Indiana $122,730 Wyoming $122,615 Utah $122,436

Iowa $122,359 Kansas $121,745 Louisiana $121,566 North Carolina $121,503 Missouri $121,477 Florida $120,978 Montana $120,710 Nebraska $120,454

Kentucky $120,313 South Carolina $119,802 Tennessee $119,482 Idaho $119,355 New Mexico $118,421 Oklahoma $118,217 Alabama $117,462 South Dakota $116,196

Arkansas $115,506 West Virginia $115,135 Mississippi $114,023

Top Paying Cities for Specialty 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: $128,898
Little Creek: $129,841
Magnolia: $129,655

Lincoln, DE $128,898 Little Creek, DE $129,841 Magnolia, DE $129,655 Milford, DE $129,225 Marydel, DE $129,437 Millsboro, DE $128,357 Millville, DE $128,555 Milton, DE $128,778

Nassau, DE $128,871 Ocean View, DE $128,533 Rehoboth Beach, DE $128,780 Seaford, DE $128,853 Selbyville, DE $128,320 Smyrna, DE $129,931 Viola, DE $129,332 Woodside, DE $129,680

Bear, DE $129,381 Newark, DE $129,332 Claymont, DE $129,597 Delaware City, DE $129,462 Hockessin, DE $129,321 Kirkwood, DE $129,437 Middletown, DE $129,487 Montchanin, DE $129,350

New Castle, DE $129,370 Odessa, DE $129,551 Port Penn, DE $129,638 Rockland, DE $129,363 Saint Georges, DE $129,446 Townsend, DE $129,646 Winterthur, DE $129,378 Lewes, DE $128,827

Wilmington, DE $129,327 Dover, DE $129,841 Dover Afb, DE $129,157 Bethany Beach, DE $128,398 Bethel, DE $128,531 Bridgeville, DE $128,834 Camden Wyoming, DE $129,476 Cheswold, DE $129,799

Clayton, DE $129,803 Dagsboro, DE $128,308 Delmar, DE $128,102 Ellendale, DE $128,491 Felton, DE $129,215 Fenwick Island, DE $128,336 Frankford, DE $128,113 Frederica, DE $129,343

Georgetown, DE $128,260 Greenwood, DE $128,854 Harbeson, DE $128,397 Harrington, DE $129,051 Hartly, DE $129,453 Houston, DE $128,867 Kenton, DE $129,809 Laurel, DE $128,183

Yorklyn, DE $129,359

Specialty Nurse Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Specialty 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, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Specialty Nurse positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Specialty Nurse as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Specialty Nurse

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$155,377	$75.0	20%

Specialty Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Specialty 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 July 01, 2026

$116,954

Average $129,481/year

$139,017

$9,746

Average $10,790/month

$11,585

$2,249

Average $2,490/week

$2,673

$56

Average $62/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,017	$11,585	$2,673	$67
Average	$129,481	$10,790	$2,490	$62
25th Percentile	$116,954	$9,746	$2,249	$56

Salaries of jobs related to Specialty Nurse

Find Your Next Specialty Nurse Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Specialty Nurse job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about