Surgical ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Maryland
Average Surgical ICU Nurse Salary
$54.60/hour
The average salary for a Surgical ICU Nurse in Maryland is $54.60 per hour. This is 11% higher than the US average of $48.38.
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical ICU Nurse salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages
$54.60/hour
Maryland
11% higher than the US average.
$48.38/hour
United States
What cities in Maryland pay the most for Surgical ICU Nurses?
Gaithersburg, Maryland pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Bethesda, Maryland ($40) and Silver Spring, Maryland ($40). For comparison, the Maryland average for Registered Nurses is $55 per hour — Gaithersburg, Maryland pays 9% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Gaithersburg, Maryland | $60 | $60 |
| Bethesda, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
| Silver Spring, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Surgical ICU Nurses in Maryland compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by District of Columbia ($46) and Virginia ($36). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Maryland average for Registered Nurses is $55 per hour — North Carolina pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $50 | $58 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $47 |
| Virginia | $36 | $38 |
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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