Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Washington
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$71.53/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Washington is $71.53 per hour. This is 30% higher than the US average of $49.73.
Last updated on April 8, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages
$71.53/hour
Washington
30% higher than the US average.
$49.73/hour
United States
What cities in Washington pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
Vancouver, Washington pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Edmonds, Washington ($44). Vancouver, Washington also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Washington average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $72 per hour — Vancouver, Washington pays 36% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver, Washington | $46 | $60 |
| Edmonds, Washington | $44 | $59 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Washington compare to nearby states?
California pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $74 per hour, followed by Oregon ($61) and Colorado ($56). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $87. For comparison, the Washington average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $72 per hour — California pays 4% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $74 | $87 |
| Oregon | $61 | $67 |
| Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Nevada | $53 | $65 |
| Alaska | $52 | $58 |
| Idaho | $50 | $50 |
| Michigan | $35 | $43 |
| Utah | $29 | $38 |
Last updated on April 8, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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