Trauma ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Virginia
Average Trauma ICU Nurse Salary
$35.14/hour
The average salary for a Trauma ICU Nurse in Virginia is $35.14 per hour. This is 40% lower than the US average of $49.11.
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Trauma ICU Nurse salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages
$35.14/hour
Virginia
40% lower than the US average.
$49.11/hour
United States
What cities in Virginia pay the most for Trauma ICU Nurses?
Reston, Virginia pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Alexandria, Virginia ($40). Reston, Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Virginia average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $35 per hour — Reston, Virginia pays 60% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Reston, Virginia | $56 | $62 |
| Alexandria, Virginia | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Trauma ICU Nurses in Virginia compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by District of Columbia ($46). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Virginia average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $35 per hour — North Carolina pays 41% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $50 | $58 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $47 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Trauma ICU Nurse jobs in Virginia?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Trauma ICU Nurses, averaging $53 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Virginia average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $35 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 51% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $53 | $55 |
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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