As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Springdale, AR is $78,249, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,505 weekly, or $6,521 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 Springdale, AR vary widely, spanning from $70,291 to $91,031. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,084) and 75th percentile ($84,940), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,031 per year. This $10,856 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, Springdale step down nurse often earn 0.4% lower than national averages. However, Springdale currently ranks 714 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 $70,291 Springdale, AR July 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $74,084 Springdale, AR July 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $78,249 Springdale, AR July 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $84,940 Springdale, AR July 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $91,031 Springdale, AR July 01, 2026
25% $74,084 10% $70,291 90% $91,031 75% $84,940 $78,249 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 Springdale, AR. The base salary for step down nurse ranges from $74,084 to $84,940 with the average base salary of $78,249. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,739 to $95,548 with the average total cash compensation of $86,775.

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About Springdale, Arkansas    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 108.9 square miles (282 km2), of which, 108.3 square miles (280 km2) of it ....More

Springdale, Arkansas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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