Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Delaware

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Delaware?

The highest paying employer in Delaware for Registered Nurse jobs is Bayada OTA, paying up to $50/hr. This is 4% higher than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in Delaware.

Q: What cities in Delaware pay the most for Registered Nurses?

Newark is currently the highest paying city in Delaware for Registered Nurse jobs, paying up to $49/hr. This is 28% lower than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in Delaware. Other top paying cities include New Castle, paying up to $49/hr, Wilmington, paying up to $49/hr, and Middletown, paying up to $49/hr.

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Average Registered Nurse Salary

$47.91/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Delaware is $47.91 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $47.17.

Last updated on May 23, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in Delaware compared to National Averages

$47.91/hour

Delaware

2% higher than the US average.

$47.17/hour

United States

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?

Specialty	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Med Surg	$61	$61
DOU - Direct Observation Unit	$61	$61
Med Surg / Telemetry	$61	$61
Intermediate Care	$61	$61
OR - Operating Room	$58	$61

How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Delaware compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Massachusetts	$65	$76
New York	$57	$81
New Jersey	$54	$61
Virginia	$52	$54
Maryland	$50	$60
Pennsylvania	$49	$55
North Carolina	$46	$50
District of Columbia	$46	$64
Connecticut	$40	$54
West Virginia	$30	$41