Surgical ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Delaware

Average Surgical ICU Nurse Salary

$54.89/hour

The average salary for a Surgical ICU Nurse in Delaware is $54.89 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $51.44.

Last updated on November 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Surgical ICU Nurse salaries in Delaware compared to National Averages

$54.89/hour

Delaware

6% higher than the US average.

$51.44/hour

United States

What cities in Delaware pay the most for Surgical ICU Nurses?

Newark, Delaware and Wilmington, Delaware pay Surgical ICU Nurses the most, both averaging $37 per hour. Newark, Delaware also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $49. For comparison, the Delaware average for Registered Nurses is $55 per hour — Newark, Delaware and Wilmington, Delaware pay 32% less.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Newark, Delaware$37$49
Wilmington, Delaware$37$49
How does the pay for Surgical ICU Nurses in Delaware compare to nearby states?

Virginia pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($55) and District of Columbia ($46). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Delaware average for Registered Nurses is $55 per hour — Virginia pays 1% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$56$59
North Carolina$55$58
District of Columbia$46$47

Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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