As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Idaho is $80,573, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,549 weekly, or $6,714 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for step down nurse in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for step down nurse in Idaho vary widely, spanning from $72,095 to $93,770. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,135) and 75th percentile ($87,481), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,770 per year. This $11,346 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, Idaho step down nurse often earn 6.7% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 companies. However, Idaho currently ranks 44 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 $72,095 ID February 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $76,135 ID February 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $80,573 ID February 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $87,481 ID February 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $93,770 ID February 01, 2026
25% $76,135 10% $72,095 90% $93,770 75% $87,481 $80,573 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 Aberdeen, ID Avg. Salary $79,270 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ahsahka, ID Avg. Salary $94,608 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Albion, ID Avg. Salary $81,225 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Almo, ID Avg. Salary $81,225 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location American Falls, ID Avg. Salary $79,270 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Arbon, ID Avg. Salary $79,270 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Arco, ID Avg. Salary $81,347 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Arimo, ID Avg. Salary $79,270 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ashton, ID Avg. Salary $94,618 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Athol, ID Avg. Salary $94,608 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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