Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$52.05/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Missouri is $52.05 per hour. This is 2% 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 Missouri compared to National Averages
$52.05/hour
Missouri
2% higher than the US average.
$51.14/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Surgical Stepdown Nurses?
Saint Louis, Missouri pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Kansas City, Missouri ($45) and Lee's Summit, Missouri ($42). Saint Louis, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Missouri average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $52 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 1% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $51 | $62 |
| Kansas City, Missouri | $45 | $62 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $42 | $44 |
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Georgia ($49) and Kansas ($44). Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $54. For comparison, the Missouri average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $52 per hour — Illinois pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $50 | $54 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| Kansas | $44 | $47 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in Missouri?
BJC HealthCare pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($37). BJC HealthCare also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the Missouri average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $52 per hour — BJC HealthCare pays 21% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| BJC HealthCare | $41 | $47 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $37 | $43 |
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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Assistant Nurse Manager - Stepdown
- Christian Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$84K-128K/year
Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical ICU Stepdown
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$36-58/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Centerpoint Medical Center
- Independence, MO
$43-44/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$32-48/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$32-48/hour
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