Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Delaware
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$35.63/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Delaware is $35.63 per hour. This is 12% lower than the US average of $39.79.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Nurse salaries in Delaware compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Delaware compared to National Averages
$35.63/hour
Delaware
12% lower than the US average.
$39.79/hour
United States
What cities in Delaware pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Delaware pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Newark, Delaware | $37 | $49 |
| Wilmington, Delaware | $37 | $49 |
| Dover, Delaware | $33 | $40 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Delaware?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Delaware?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Med Surg | $61 | $61 |
| DOU - Direct Observation Unit | $61 | $61 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $61 | $61 |
| OR - Operating Room | $58 | $61 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Delaware compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Delaware compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $67 | $77 |
| Massachusetts | $62 | $66 |
| Connecticut | $48 | $48 |
| Pennsylvania | $47 | $54 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $50 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $64 |
| New Jersey | $43 | $43 |
| Maryland | $37 | $49 |
| Virginia | $33 | $38 |
| West Virginia | $30 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Delaware?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Delaware?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline Med Staff Home Health | $45 | $45 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $43 | $43 |
Last updated on December 24, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- Seaford, DE
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$33-53/hour
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - CDU - Clinical Decision Unit
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - CDU - Clinical Decision Unit
- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- Seaford, DE
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$33-53/hour
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Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health
- BAYADA Home Health Care
- Wilmington, DE
$62+/visit
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health
- BAYADA Home Health Care
- Wilmington, DE
$62+/visit
Posted Today
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Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health
- BAYADA Home Health Care
- Camden, DE
$62+/visit
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