Surgical ICU Nurse Salary Guide: District of Columbia
Average Surgical ICU Nurse Salary
$45.83/hour
The average salary for a Surgical ICU Nurse in District of Columbia is $45.83 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $51.59.
Last updated on October 6, 2023. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical ICU Nurse salaries in District of Columbia compared to National Averages
$45.83/hour
District of Columbia
13% lower than the US average.
$51.59/hour
United States
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Surgical ICU Nurses?
Only Washington, District of Columbia reports pay data for Surgical ICU Nurses, averaging $40 per hour. Washington, District of Columbia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $46 per hour — Washington, District of Columbia pays 13% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Surgical ICU Nurses in District of Columbia compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($54) and Connecticut ($53). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $46 per hour — Virginia pays 21% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $56 | $59 |
| North Carolina | $54 | $58 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
Last updated on October 6, 2023. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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