As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surgical Registered Nurse in the United States is $113,597 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.
However, a Surgical Registered Nurse's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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A Surgical Registered 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Surgical Registered 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Surgical Registered Nurse | $112,026 |
| Intermediate Level Surgical Registered Nurse | $112,488 |
| Senior Level Surgical Registered Nurse | $113,135 |
| Specialist Level Surgical Registered Nurse | $114,278 |
| Expert Level Surgical Registered Nurse | $116,468 |
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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 Surgical Registered Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Demanded Skills for the Role:
| Skills | Demand Percentage |
|---|---|
| Collaboration | 6.46% |
| Psychiatric | 2.77% |
| Wound Care | 2.05% |
| Skill | Salary | Salary % Increase |
|---|---|---|
|
Care Management
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$136,316 |
20%
|
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Clinical Care
|
$124,957 |
10%
|
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Consulting
|
$123,821 |
9%
|
|
Innovation
|
$122,685 |
8%
|
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Diagnostic Tests
|
$121,549 |
7%
|
|
Collaborating
|
$119,277 |
5%
|
Understanding how a Surgical Registered 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 January 01, 2026Salaries for a Surgical Registered Nurse can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $226,587 in 2023 to around $221,505 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Surgical Registered Nurse salary trends, .
| Year | Average Annual Salary |
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| 2022 |
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| 2023 | $226,587 |
| 2024 | $231,970 |
| 2025 | $221,505 |
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