Surgical ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Virginia
Average Surgical ICU Nurse Salary
$35.61/hour
The average salary for a Surgical ICU Nurse in Virginia is $35.61 per hour. This is 34% lower than the US average of $47.60.
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical ICU Nurse salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages
$35.61/hour
Virginia
34% lower than the US average.
$47.60/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical ICU Nurses in Virginia compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Georgia ($46) and South Carolina ($38). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Virginia average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $36 per hour — North Carolina pays 47% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $52 | $58 |
| Georgia | $46 | $53 |
| South Carolina | $38 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical ICU Nurse jobs in Virginia?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Surgical ICU Nurses, averaging $47 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $49. For comparison, the Virginia average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $36 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 31% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $47 | $49 |
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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