Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Minnesota

Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary

$60.71/hour

The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Minnesota is $60.71 per hour. This is 16% higher than the US average of $51.14.

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages

$60.71/hour

Minnesota

16% higher than the US average.

$51.14/hour

United States

How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in Minnesota compare to nearby states?

Wisconsin pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Missouri ($52) and Michigan ($52). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Registered Nurses is $61 per hour — Wisconsin pays 6% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Wisconsin$57$59
Missouri$52$62
Michigan$52$61
Illinois$50$54
Kansas$44$47

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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