What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for developmental disability nurse?

As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of developmental disability nurse in the United States is $39. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for developmental disability nurse in the US can go up to $47 and the lowest down to $32, but most earn between $35 and $43. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of developmental disability nurse in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
developmental disability nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile developmental disability nurse Salary $32 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile developmental disability nurse Salary $35 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile developmental disability nurse Salary $39 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile developmental disability nurse Salary $43 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile developmental disability nurse Salary $47 US July 01, 2026
25% $35 10% $32 90% $47 75% $43 $39 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A developmental disability nurse ?

A developmental disability nurse specializes in providing care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, developing care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These nurses also educate families and caregivers about managing conditions and improving daily living skills. Salaries for developmental disability nurses can vary based on factors such as location, experience, and education level. On average, these prof...

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of developmental disability nurse in the United States. The average hourly rate for developmental disability nurse ranges from $35 to $43 with the average hourly pay of $39. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $37 to $44 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $40.

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