Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary

$53.47/hour

The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Connecticut is $53.47 per hour. This is 20% higher than the US average of $42.81.

Last updated on November 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Connecticut compared to National Averages

$53.47/hour

Connecticut

20% higher than the US average.

$42.81/hour

United States

What cities in Connecticut pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?

Milford, Connecticut pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Stamford, Connecticut ($56) and Bridgeport, Connecticut ($56). For comparison, the Connecticut average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $53 per hour — Milford, Connecticut pays 7% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Milford, Connecticut$57$57
Stamford, Connecticut$56$57
Bridgeport, Connecticut$56$57
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in Connecticut compare to nearby states?

Delaware pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by New Hampshire ($51) and New York ($50). For comparison, the Connecticut average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $53 per hour — Delaware pays 14% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Delaware$61$61
New Hampshire$51$53
New York$50$56
Pennsylvania$49$50
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Connecticut?

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses, averaging $53 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $53 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 1% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$53$57

Last updated on November 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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