As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Texas is $84,148, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,618 weekly, or $7,012 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 Texas vary widely, spanning from $75,474 to $97,902. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,607) and 75th percentile ($91,347), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,902 per year. This $11,740 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, Texas step down nurse often earn 2.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 companies. However, Texas currently ranks 25 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 $75,474 TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $79,607 TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $84,148 TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $91,347 TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $97,902 TX May 01, 2026
25% $79,607 10% $75,474 90% $97,902 75% $91,347 $84,148 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 Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $84,948 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $83,996 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $83,051 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $85,709 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $83,760 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $92,859 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $87,694 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $83,904 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $83,683 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $86,592 Date Updated May 01, 2026
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