As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Evansville, IN is $81,689, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,571 weekly, or $6,807 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 Evansville, IN vary widely, spanning from $73,381 to $95,032. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,340) and 75th percentile ($88,673), while top earners (90th percentile) make $95,032 per year. This $11,333 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, Evansville step down nurse often earn 1.3% lower than national averages. However, Evansville currently ranks 571 statewide 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 $73,381 Evansville, IN July 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $77,340 Evansville, IN July 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $81,689 Evansville, IN July 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $88,673 Evansville, IN July 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $95,032 Evansville, IN July 01, 2026
25% $77,340 10% $73,381 90% $95,032 75% $88,673 $81,689 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of step down nurse in Evansville, IN. The base salary for step down nurse ranges from $77,340 to $88,673 with the average base salary of $81,689. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $83,243 to $99,748 with the average total cash compensation of $90,589.

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About Evansville, Indiana    Evansville is a city and the county seat of Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States. The population was 117,429 at the 2010 census, making it the s....More

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