Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Gainesville, FL
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$29.48/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Gainesville, FL is $29.48 per hour. This is 4% lower than the Florida average of $30.75.
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Gainesville, FL compared to State and National Averages
$29.48/hour
Gainesville, FL
12% lower than the US average.
$30.75/hour
Florida
7% lower than the US average.
$33.05/hour
United States
How Medical Surgical Nurse Salaries in Gainesville Compare to Other Cities
How Medical Surgical Nurse Salaries in Gainesville Compare to Other Cities
Jacksonville, Florida
$32/hour
This is 5% higher than the Gainesville average of $30.26.
Bradenton, Florida
$32/hour
This is 6% higher than the Gainesville average of $30.26.
Macon, Georgia
$32/hour
This is 6% higher than the Gainesville average of $30.26.
What are the highest paying Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Gainesville?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Core Medical-Perm | $36 | $37 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $32 | $32 |
| HCA Florida Healthcare | $30 | $35 |
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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RN Pulmonary
- Core Medical-Perm
- Gainesville, FL
- 3x12 hrs
$30-43/hour
Med Surg RN
- Core Medical-Perm
- Gainesville, FL
- 3x12 hrs
$29-40/hour
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