As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Montana is $81,421, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,566 weekly, or $6,785 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 Montana vary widely, spanning from $73,141 to $94,721. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,087) and 75th percentile ($88,383), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,721 per year. This $11,296 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, Montana step down nurse often earn 5.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 companies. However, Montana currently ranks 39 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 $73,141 MT July 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $77,087 MT July 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $81,421 MT July 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $88,383 MT July 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $94,721 MT July 01, 2026
25% $77,087 10% $73,141 90% $94,721 75% $88,383 $81,421 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 Belgrade, MT Avg. Salary $89,845 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Absarokee, MT Avg. Salary $89,719 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Acton, MT Avg. Salary $91,891 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alberton, MT Avg. Salary $89,556 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alder, MT Avg. Salary $89,510 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alzada, MT Avg. Salary $89,584 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Anaconda, MT Avg. Salary $89,738 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Angela, MT Avg. Salary $89,423 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Antelope, MT Avg. Salary $89,763 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arlee, MT Avg. Salary $89,589 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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