What are the main factors that influence a RN Labor & Delivery's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for RN Labor & Delivery?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for RN Labor & Delivery roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A RN Labor & Delivery's salary?

A RN Labor & Delivery's salary grows with experience: starting around $80,905 for beginners, reaching about $83,988 at mid-level, and approach $88,310 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a RN Labor & Delivery?

RN Labor & Delivery salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for RN Labor & Delivery roles are District of Columbia $91,825, California $91,477, Massachusetts $90,257. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of RN Labor & Delivery roles make?

Salaries for RN Labor & Delivery level roles vary by specialization: Labor and Delivery Technician: $275,288; Travel Registered Nurse RN Labor and Delivery L&D: $112,425; Labor and Delivery Manager: $111,176; Labor and Delivery Nurse Assistant: $91,540; Labor Delivery Travel Nurse RN: $85,787.

RN Labor & Delivery Salary in Delaware

How much does a RN Labor & Delivery make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a RN Labor & Delivery in Delaware is $83,988 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a RN Labor & Delivery's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,707
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,717 to $93,786
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,098

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RN Labor & Delivery Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,786	$7,816	$1,804	$45
Average	$83,988	$6,999	$1,615	$40
25th Percentile	$76,717	$6,393	$1,475	$37

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Key Factors That Influence RN Labor & Delivery Salaries

A RN Labor & Delivery's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects RN Labor & Delivery Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a RN Labor & Delivery's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,905
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,120
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,988
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,022
Expert (over 8 years): $88,310

Levels	Salary
Entry Level RN Labor & Delivery	$80,905
Intermediate Level RN Labor & Delivery	$81,120
Senior Level RN Labor & Delivery	$83,988
Specialist Level RN Labor & Delivery	$88,022
Expert Level RN Labor & Delivery	$88,310

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How Do RN Labor & Delivery Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract RN Labor & Deliveries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,825.
California: $91,477.
Massachusetts: $90,257.

District of Columbia $91,825 California $91,477 Massachusetts $90,257 Washington $89,926 New Jersey $89,892 Alaska $89,776 Connecticut $88,632 New York $88,167

Hawaii $86,683 Rhode Island $85,986 Maryland $85,514 Minnesota $84,867 Colorado $84,618 Illinois $84,535 Oregon $84,220 Delaware $83,988

New Hampshire $83,842 Virginia $83,515 Pennsylvania $82,561 Nevada $82,080 North Dakota $81,923 Michigan $81,674 Wisconsin $81,582 Vermont $81,400

Texas $80,894 Maine $80,861 Arizona $80,811 Ohio $80,753 Georgia $79,990 Indiana $79,609 Wyoming $79,534 Utah $79,418

Iowa $79,368 Kansas $78,970 Louisiana $78,854 North Carolina $78,812 Missouri $78,796 Florida $78,472 Montana $78,298 Nebraska $78,132

Kentucky $78,041 South Carolina $77,709 Tennessee $77,502 Idaho $77,419 New Mexico $76,814 Oklahoma $76,681 Alabama $76,192 South Dakota $75,371

Arkansas $74,923 West Virginia $74,682 Mississippi $73,961

Top Paying Cities for RN Labor & Deliveries

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $83,609
Little Creek: $84,221
Magnolia: $84,100

Lincoln, DE $83,609 Little Creek, DE $84,221 Magnolia, DE $84,100 Milford, DE $83,822 Marydel, DE $83,959 Millsboro, DE $83,259 Millville, DE $83,387 Milton, DE $83,531

Nassau, DE $83,592 Ocean View, DE $83,373 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,533 Seaford, DE $83,580 Selbyville, DE $83,235 Smyrna, DE $84,279 Viola, DE $83,891 Woodside, DE $84,117

Bear, DE $83,923 Newark, DE $83,891 Claymont, DE $84,063 Delaware City, DE $83,975 Hockessin, DE $83,884 Kirkwood, DE $83,959 Middletown, DE $83,992 Montchanin, DE $83,903

New Castle, DE $83,915 Odessa, DE $84,033 Port Penn, DE $84,090 Rockland, DE $83,911 Saint Georges, DE $83,965 Townsend, DE $84,095 Winterthur, DE $83,921 Lewes, DE $83,564

Wilmington, DE $83,888 Dover, DE $84,221 Dover Afb, DE $83,778 Bethany Beach, DE $83,285 Bethel, DE $83,371 Bridgeville, DE $83,568 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,984 Cheswold, DE $84,194

Clayton, DE $84,197 Dagsboro, DE $83,227 Delmar, DE $83,094 Ellendale, DE $83,346 Felton, DE $83,815 Fenwick Island, DE $83,245 Frankford, DE $83,100 Frederica, DE $83,898

Georgetown, DE $83,196 Greenwood, DE $83,581 Harbeson, DE $83,284 Harrington, DE $83,709 Hartly, DE $83,969 Houston, DE $83,589 Kenton, DE $84,201 Laurel, DE $83,146

Yorklyn, DE $83,909

RN Labor & Delivery Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For RN Labor & Delivery roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, RN Labor & Delivery positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view RN Labor & Delivery as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a RN Labor & Delivery

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$92,386	$44.0	10%

RN Labor & Delivery Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a RN Labor & Delivery's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$76,717

Average $83,988/year

$93,786

$6,393

Average $6,999/month

$7,816

$1,475

Average $1,615/week

$1,804

$37

Average $40/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,786	$7,816	$1,804	$45
Average	$83,988	$6,999	$1,615	$40
25th Percentile	$76,717	$6,393	$1,475	$37

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