Surgical ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Florida
Average Surgical ICU Nurse Salary
$38.36/hour
The average salary for a Surgical ICU Nurse in Florida is $38.36 per hour. This is 34% lower than the US average of $51.39.
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical ICU Nurse salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
$38.36/hour
Florida
34% lower than the US average.
$51.39/hour
United States
What cities in Florida pay the most for Surgical ICU Nurses?
Clearwater, Florida pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Dunedin, Florida ($45) and Riverview, Florida ($45). For comparison, the Florida average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $38 per hour — Clearwater, Florida pays 25% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Clearwater, Florida | $48 | $48 |
| Dunedin, Florida | $45 | $45 |
| Riverview, Florida | $45 | $45 |
How does the pay for Surgical ICU Nurses in Florida compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($54) and Georgia ($49). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Florida average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $38 per hour — Virginia pays 45% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $56 | $59 |
| North Carolina | $54 | $58 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| South Carolina | $39 | $44 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical ICU Nurse jobs in Florida?
Lee Health pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($41) and CoreMedical Group Perm ($40). Tampa General Hospital has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the Florida average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $38 per hour — Lee Health pays 16% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Health | $45 | $45 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $49 |
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $40 | $40 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $38 | $57 |
| University of Miami | $34 | $34 |
| CloudinfraIT Inc | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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