As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Alabama is $79,231, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,524 weekly, or $6,603 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for step down nurse in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for step down nurse in Alabama vary widely, spanning from $71,173 to $92,173. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($75,013) and 75th percentile ($86,005), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,173 per year. This $10,992 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Accountability or Staff Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alabama step down nurse often earn 8.1% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 companies. However, Alabama currently ranks 47 nationwide for step down nurse job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
step down nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile step down nurse Salary $71,173 AL July 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $75,013 AL July 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $79,231 AL July 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $86,005 AL July 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $92,173 AL July 01, 2026
25% $75,013 10% $71,173 90% $92,173 75% $86,005 $79,231 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a step down nurse ?

A step-down nurse, also known as a progressive care nurse, provides specialized care for patients who require closer monitoring than those in a general medical-surgical unit but do not need intensive care. Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, administering medications, managing intravenous lines, and collaborating with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans. Step-down nurses often monitor vital signs, perform diagnostic tests, and educate patients and families about health management. The salary for step-down nurses varies based on factors such as experience, lo...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Georgiana, AL Avg. Salary $84,000 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Tanner, AL Avg. Salary $89,733 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, AL Avg. Salary $82,966 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Abernant, AL Avg. Salary $87,219 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Adamsville, AL Avg. Salary $88,463 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Addison, AL Avg. Salary $85,300 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Adger, AL Avg. Salary $87,491 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Akron, AL Avg. Salary $86,802 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alabaster, AL Avg. Salary $87,793 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alberta, AL Avg. Salary $83,973 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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