Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Rhode Island
Average Stepdown Nurse Salary
$50.12/hour
The average salary for a Stepdown Nurse in Rhode Island is $50.12 per hour. This is 2% lower than the US average of $51.35.
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Stepdown Nurse salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
$50.12/hour
Rhode Island
2% lower than the US average.
$51.35/hour
United States
What cities in Rhode Island pay the most for Stepdown Nurses?
Westerly, Rhode Island pays Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Warwick, Rhode Island ($40). Westerly, Rhode Island also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Westerly, Rhode Island pays 19% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly, Rhode Island | $41 | $56 |
| Warwick, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
How does the pay for Stepdown Nurses in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
Only Connecticut reports pay data for Stepdown Nurses, averaging $52 per hour. Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $54. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Connecticut pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $52 | $54 |
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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