Operating Room Nurse Salary Guide: Florida
Average Operating Room Nurse Salary
$39.52/hour
The average salary for an Operating Room Nurse in Florida is $39.52 per hour. This is 33% lower than the US average of $52.65.
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Operating Room Nurse salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
$39.52/hour
Florida
33% lower than the US average.
$52.65/hour
United States
What cities in Florida pay the most for Operating Room Nurses?
Quincy, Florida pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Clearwater, Florida ($48) and Orlando, Florida ($45). For comparison, the Florida average for Operating Room Nurses is $40 per hour — Quincy, Florida pays 34% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Quincy, Florida | $53 | $53 |
| Clearwater, Florida | $48 | $48 |
| Orlando, Florida | $45 | $47 |
| Orange Park, Florida | $45 | $45 |
| Brandon, Florida | $44 | $45 |
| Sarasota, Florida | $44 | $45 |
| Trinity, Florida | $42 | $45 |
How does the pay for Operating Room Nurses in Florida compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $62 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($51) and Georgia ($44). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the Florida average for Operating Room Nurses is $40 per hour — Virginia pays 57% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $62 | $71 |
| North Carolina | $51 | $58 |
| Georgia | $44 | $53 |
| South Carolina | $40 | $44 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Operating Room Nurse jobs in Florida?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by University of Miami ($34) and Tampa General Hospital ($33). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Florida average for Operating Room Nurses is $40 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $53 |
| University of Miami | $34 | $34 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $33 | $39 |
| Palm Beach Health Network - Tenet | $32 | $36 |
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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