Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: New Jersey

Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary

$50.50/hour

The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in New Jersey is $50.50 per hour. This is 20% higher than the US average of $40.33.

Last updated on December 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$50.50/hour

New Jersey

20% higher than the US average.

$40.33/hour

United States

How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Massachusetts$64$64
New York$61$69
Pennsylvania$50$50
New Hampshire$49$58

Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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