As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Massachusetts is $93,934, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,806 weekly, or $7,828 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 Massachusetts vary widely, spanning from $84,051 to $109,320. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,761) and 75th percentile ($101,987), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,320 per year. This $13,226 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, Massachusetts step down nurse often earn 8.8% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 companies. However, Massachusetts currently ranks 3 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 $84,051 MA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $88,761 MA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $93,934 MA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $101,987 MA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $109,320 MA February 01, 2026
25% $88,761 10% $84,051 90% $109,320 75% $101,987 $93,934 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 Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $96,918 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $98,686 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $98,836 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $98,359 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $97,863 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $104,307 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $99,069 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $104,307 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $104,307 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $101,192 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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