Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Florida
Average Stepdown Nurse Salary
$38.91/hour
The average salary for a Stepdown Nurse in Florida is $38.91 per hour. This is 33% lower than the US average of $51.60.
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Stepdown Nurse salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
$38.91/hour
Florida
33% lower than the US average.
$51.60/hour
United States
What cities in Florida pay the most for Stepdown Nurses?
Only Fort Myers, Florida reports pay data for Stepdown Nurses, averaging $51 per hour. Fort Myers, Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the Florida average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Fort Myers, Florida pays 32% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Myers, Florida | $51 | $57 |
How does the pay for Stepdown Nurses in Florida compare to nearby states?
Only North Carolina reports pay data for Stepdown Nurses, averaging $49 per hour. North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Florida average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — North Carolina pays 26% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $49 | $58 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Stepdown Nurse jobs in Florida?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Stepdown Nurses, averaging $46 per hour. For comparison, the Florida average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 19% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $46 | $46 |
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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- 3x12 hrs
$34+/hour
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- Miami, FL
- 3x12 hrs
$34+/hour
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