What are the main factors that influence a SICU RN'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 SICU RN?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for SICU RN roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A SICU RN's salary?

A SICU RN's salary grows with experience: a Staff Nurse - RN I (0-2 years)earns $73,179, a SICU RN (2-4 years)earns $82,941, a Staff Nurse - RN III (4-7 years)earns $96,440,

What are the highest paying states for a SICU RN?

SICU RN salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SICU RN roles are District of Columbia $91,307, California $90,961, Massachusetts $89,749. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SICU RN roles make?

Salaries for SICU RN level roles vary by specialization: Electrophysiology RN: $96,276; ICU RN: $93,524; Psychiatric RN: $89,417; asn rn: $88,261; RN OR: $87,114.

SICU RN Salary in Delaware

How much does a SICU RN make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a SICU RN in Delaware is $83,514 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,398
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,957 to $91,305
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,897

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SICU RN Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,305	$7,609	$1,756	$44
Average	$83,514	$6,960	$1,606	$40
25th Percentile	$77,957	$6,496	$1,499	$37

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Key Factors That Influence SICU RN Salaries

A SICU RN'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 Do SICU RN 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 SICU RNs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,307.
California: $90,961.
Massachusetts: $89,749.

District of Columbia $91,307 California $90,961 Massachusetts $89,749 Washington $89,419 New Jersey $89,386 Alaska $89,270 Connecticut $88,132 New York $87,671

Hawaii $86,194 Rhode Island $85,502 Maryland $85,032 Minnesota $84,388 Colorado $84,141 Illinois $84,059 Oregon $83,745 Delaware $83,514

New Hampshire $83,369 Virginia $83,044 Pennsylvania $82,096 Nevada $81,617 North Dakota $81,461 Michigan $81,213 Wisconsin $81,123 Vermont $80,941

Texas $80,438 Maine $80,405 Arizona $80,356 Ohio $80,298 Georgia $79,539 Indiana $79,160 Wyoming $79,086 Utah $78,970

Iowa $78,921 Kansas $78,525 Louisiana $78,410 North Carolina $78,368 Missouri $78,352 Florida $78,030 Montana $77,857 Nebraska $77,692

Kentucky $77,601 South Carolina $77,271 Tennessee $77,065 Idaho $76,983 New Mexico $76,381 Oklahoma $76,249 Alabama $75,762 South Dakota $74,946

Arkansas $74,501 West Virginia $74,261 Mississippi $73,544

Top Paying Cities for SICU RNs

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: $83,138
Little Creek: $83,747
Magnolia: $83,626

Lincoln, DE $83,138 Little Creek, DE $83,747 Magnolia, DE $83,626 Milford, DE $83,349 Marydel, DE $83,486 Millsboro, DE $82,789 Millville, DE $82,917 Milton, DE $83,061

Nassau, DE $83,121 Ocean View, DE $82,903 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,062 Seaford, DE $83,109 Selbyville, DE $82,765 Smyrna, DE $83,805 Viola, DE $83,419 Woodside, DE $83,643

Bear, DE $83,450 Newark, DE $83,419 Claymont, DE $83,589 Delaware City, DE $83,502 Hockessin, DE $83,411 Kirkwood, DE $83,486 Middletown, DE $83,518 Montchanin, DE $83,430

New Castle, DE $83,442 Odessa, DE $83,560 Port Penn, DE $83,616 Rockland, DE $83,438 Saint Georges, DE $83,492 Townsend, DE $83,621 Winterthur, DE $83,448 Lewes, DE $83,093

Wilmington, DE $83,415 Dover, DE $83,747 Dover Afb, DE $83,306 Bethany Beach, DE $82,816 Bethel, DE $82,902 Bridgeville, DE $83,097 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,511 Cheswold, DE $83,720

Clayton, DE $83,722 Dagsboro, DE $82,758 Delmar, DE $82,625 Ellendale, DE $82,876 Felton, DE $83,343 Fenwick Island, DE $82,776 Frankford, DE $82,632 Frederica, DE $83,425

Georgetown, DE $82,727 Greenwood, DE $83,110 Harbeson, DE $82,815 Harrington, DE $83,237 Hartly, DE $83,496 Houston, DE $83,118 Kenton, DE $83,726 Laurel, DE $82,677

Yorklyn, DE $83,436

SICU RN Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For SICU RN roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, SICU RN positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view SICU RN as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a SICU RN

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$96,041	$46.0	15%
Biotechnology	$93,954	$45.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$89,778	$43.0	7%
Insurance	$87,690	$42.0	5%

SICU RN Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a SICU RN'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$77,957

Average $83,514/year

$91,305

$6,496

Average $6,960/month

$7,609

$1,499

Average $1,606/week

$1,756

$37

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,305	$7,609	$1,756	$44
Average	$83,514	$6,960	$1,606	$40
25th Percentile	$77,957	$6,496	$1,499	$37

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