Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Tampa, FL
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$32.82/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Tampa, FL is $32.82 per hour. This is 20% lower than the Florida average of $39.25.
Last updated on October 15, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Tampa, FL compared to State and National Averages
$32.82/hour
Tampa, FL
54% lower than the US average.
$39.25/hour
Florida
29% lower than the US average.
$50.67/hour
United States
How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Tampa Compare to Other Cities
How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Tampa Compare to Other Cities
Brandon, Florida
$44/hour
This is 25% higher than the Tampa average of $33.25.
St. Petersburg, Florida
$40/hour
This is 18% higher than the Tampa average of $33.25.
Clearwater, Florida
$46/hour
This is 28% higher than the Tampa average of $33.25.
What cities in Florida pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Kissimmee, Florida pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Clearwater, Florida ($46) and Orlando, Florida ($46). Kissimmee, Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the Tampa, FL average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $33 per hour — Kissimmee, Florida pays 47% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Kissimmee, Florida | $48 | $51 |
| Clearwater, Florida | $46 | $48 |
| Orlando, Florida | $46 | $47 |
| Tallahassee, Florida | $45 | $51 |
| Brandon, Florida | $44 | $45 |
| Sarasota, Florida | $44 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Tampa?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by Tampa General Hospital ($33). Tampa General Hospital has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the Tampa, FL average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $33 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 11% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $36 | $38 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $33 | $47 |
Last updated on October 15, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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