What are the main factors that influence a Wound Care 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 Wound Care Nurse?

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

How does experience change A Wound Care Nurse's salary?

A Wound Care Nurse's salary grows with experience: starting around $109,768 for beginners, reaching about $110,438 at mid-level, and approach $115,212 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Wound Care Nurse?

Wound Care Nurse salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Wound Care Nurse roles are District of Columbia $121,049, California $120,590, Massachusetts $118,983. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Wound Care Nurse roles make?

Salaries for Wound Care Nurse level roles vary by specialization: Wound Care Specialist Nurse: $112,714; Staff Nurse - RN - Wound Care - Home Care: $108,865; Lvn Wound Care Nurse: $107,353; RN Wound Care Nurse: $107,005; Registered Nurse Wound Care: $106,938.

Wound Care Nurse Salary in Delaware

How much does a Wound Care Nurse make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Wound Care Nurse in Delaware is $110,717 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,481
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,695 to $122,109
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,033

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Wound Care Nurse Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,109	$10,176	$2,348	$59
Average	$110,717	$9,226	$2,129	$53
25th Percentile	$106,695	$8,891	$2,052	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Wound Care Nurse Salaries

A Wound Care 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 Wound Care Nurse Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Wound Care 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): $109,768
Early Career (1-2 years): $110,047
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,438
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,380
Expert (over 8 years): $115,212

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Wound Care Nurse	$109,768
Intermediate Level Wound Care Nurse	$110,047
Senior Level Wound Care Nurse	$110,438
Specialist Level Wound Care Nurse	$111,380
Expert Level Wound Care Nurse	$115,212

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How Do Wound Care 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 Wound Care Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $121,049.
California: $120,590.
Massachusetts: $118,983.

District of Columbia $121,049 California $120,590 Massachusetts $118,983 Washington $118,545 New Jersey $118,502 Alaska $118,349 Connecticut $116,840 New York $116,228

Hawaii $114,271 Rhode Island $113,352 Maryland $112,729 Minnesota $111,876 Colorado $111,548 Illinois $111,439 Oregon $111,024 Delaware $110,717

New Hampshire $110,525 Virginia $110,094 Pennsylvania $108,837 Nevada $108,203 North Dakota $107,995 Michigan $107,667 Wisconsin $107,547 Vermont $107,306

Texas $106,640 Maine $106,596 Arizona $106,530 Ohio $106,454 Georgia $105,448 Indiana $104,945 Wyoming $104,847 Utah $104,693

Iowa $104,628 Kansas $104,103 Louisiana $103,950 North Carolina $103,895 Missouri $103,873 Florida $103,447 Montana $103,218 Nebraska $102,999

Kentucky $102,879 South Carolina $102,441 Tennessee $102,168 Idaho $102,059 New Mexico $101,261 Oklahoma $101,086 Alabama $100,441 South Dakota $99,358

Arkansas $98,768 West Virginia $98,451 Mississippi $97,500

Top Paying Cities for Wound Care 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: $110,219
Little Creek: $111,026
Magnolia: $110,866

Lincoln, DE $110,219 Little Creek, DE $111,026 Magnolia, DE $110,866 Milford, DE $110,499 Marydel, DE $110,680 Millsboro, DE $109,756 Millville, DE $109,926 Milton, DE $110,116

Nassau, DE $110,196 Ocean View, DE $109,907 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,118 Seaford, DE $110,181 Selbyville, DE $109,725 Smyrna, DE $111,102 Viola, DE $110,591 Woodside, DE $110,888

Bear, DE $110,632 Newark, DE $110,591 Claymont, DE $110,817 Delaware City, DE $110,701 Hockessin, DE $110,581 Kirkwood, DE $110,680 Middletown, DE $110,723 Montchanin, DE $110,606

New Castle, DE $110,622 Odessa, DE $110,778 Port Penn, DE $110,852 Rockland, DE $110,617 Saint Georges, DE $110,688 Townsend, DE $110,859 Winterthur, DE $110,630 Lewes, DE $110,159

Wilmington, DE $110,586 Dover, DE $111,026 Dover Afb, DE $110,441 Bethany Beach, DE $109,791 Bethel, DE $109,905 Bridgeville, DE $110,164 Camden Wyoming, DE $110,713 Cheswold, DE $110,990

Clayton, DE $110,993 Dagsboro, DE $109,715 Delmar, DE $109,539 Ellendale, DE $109,871 Felton, DE $110,490 Fenwick Island, DE $109,739 Frankford, DE $109,548 Frederica, DE $110,599

Georgetown, DE $109,673 Greenwood, DE $110,182 Harbeson, DE $109,790 Harrington, DE $110,350 Hartly, DE $110,693 Houston, DE $110,193 Kenton, DE $110,998 Laurel, DE $109,608

Yorklyn, DE $110,614

Wound Care Nurse Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industry for a Wound Care Nurse

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$132,861	$64.0	20%

Wound Care Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Wound Care 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

$106,695

Average $110,717/year

$122,109

$8,891

Average $9,226/month

$10,176

$2,052

Average $2,129/week

$2,348

$51

Average $53/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,109	$10,176	$2,348	$59
Average	$110,717	$9,226	$2,129	$53
25th Percentile	$106,695	$8,891	$2,052	$51

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