What are the main factors that influence an After Hours Nurse's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for After Hours Nurse?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for After Hours Nurse roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change An After Hours Nurse's salary?

An After Hours Nurse's salary grows with experience: starting around $54,968 for beginners, reaching about $58,254 at mid-level, and approach $63,173 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an After Hours Nurse?

After Hours Nurse salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for After Hours Nurse roles are District of Columbia $65,482, California $65,234, Massachusetts $64,364. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of After Hours Nurse roles make?

Salaries for After Hours Nurse level roles vary by specialization: Registered Nurse Hours: $84,783; After Hours Manager: $81,685; After Hours Visiting RN: $77,413; Registered Nurse After Hours: $73,458; After Hours Account Manager Support: $63,907.

After Hours Nurse Salary in Delaware

How much does an After Hours Nurse make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an After Hours Nurse in Delaware is $59,893 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an After Hours Nurse's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,447
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,943 to $71,699
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,704

10% $44,704

50% (Median) $59,893

90% $82,447

After Hours Nurse Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,699	$5,975	$1,379	$34
Average	$59,893	$4,991	$1,152	$29
25th Percentile	$51,943	$4,329	$999	$25

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Key Factors That Influence After Hours Nurse Salaries

An After Hours Nurse's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects After Hours Nurse Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an After Hours Nurse's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,968
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,192
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,254
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,845
Expert (over 8 years): $63,173

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level After Hours Nurse	less than 1 year	$54,968
Early Career Level After Hours Nurse	1-2 years	$55,192
Mid-Level Level After Hours Nurse	2-4 years	$58,254
Senior-Level Level After Hours Nurse	5-8 years	$62,845
Expert Level After Hours Nurse	over 8 years	$63,173

How Do After Hours Nurse Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract After Hours Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,482.
California: $65,234.
Massachusetts: $64,364.

District of Columbia $65,482 California $65,234 Massachusetts $64,364 Washington $64,128 New Jersey $64,104 Alaska $64,021 Connecticut $63,205 New York $62,874

Hawaii $61,815 Rhode Island $61,319 Maryland $60,982 Minnesota $60,520 Colorado $60,343 Illinois $60,284 Oregon $60,059 Delaware $59,893

New Hampshire $59,789 Virginia $59,556 Pennsylvania $58,876 Nevada $58,533 North Dakota $58,421 Michigan $58,243 Wisconsin $58,178 Vermont $58,048

Texas $57,687 Maine $57,664 Arizona $57,628 Ohio $57,587 Georgia $57,043 Indiana $56,771 Wyoming $56,717 Utah $56,635

Iowa $56,599 Kansas $56,315 Louisiana $56,232 North Carolina $56,203 Missouri $56,191 Florida $55,960 Montana $55,836 Nebraska $55,718

Kentucky $55,653 South Carolina $55,416 Tennessee $55,268 Idaho $55,209 New Mexico $54,778 Oklahoma $54,683 Alabama $54,334 South Dakota $53,748

Arkansas $53,429 West Virginia $53,258 Mississippi $52,743

Top Paying Cities for After Hours Nurse

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $59,624
Little Creek: $60,060
Magnolia: $59,974

Lincoln, DE $59,624

Little Creek, DE $60,060

Magnolia, DE $59,974

Milford, DE $59,775

Marydel, DE $59,873

Millsboro, DE $59,373

Millville, DE $59,465

Milton, DE $59,568

Nassau, DE $59,611

Ocean View, DE $59,455

Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,569

Seaford, DE $59,603

Selbyville, DE $59,356

Smyrna, DE $60,101

Viola, DE $59,825

Woodside, DE $59,986

Bear, DE $59,847

Newark, DE $59,825

Claymont, DE $59,947

Delaware City, DE $59,884

Hockessin, DE $59,819

Kirkwood, DE $59,873

Middletown, DE $59,896

Montchanin, DE $59,833

New Castle, DE $59,842

Odessa, DE $59,926

Port Penn, DE $59,966

Rockland, DE $59,839

Saint Georges, DE $59,877

Townsend, DE $59,970

Winterthur, DE $59,846

Lewes, DE $59,591

Wilmington, DE $59,822

Dover, DE $60,060

Dover Afb, DE $59,744

Bethany Beach, DE $59,392

Bethel, DE $59,454

Bridgeville, DE $59,594

Camden Wyoming, DE $59,891

Cheswold, DE $60,041

Clayton, DE $60,042

Dagsboro, DE $59,351

Delmar, DE $59,256

Ellendale, DE $59,436

Felton, DE $59,770

Fenwick Island, DE $59,364

Frankford, DE $59,260

Frederica, DE $59,829

Georgetown, DE $59,328

Greenwood, DE $59,604

Harbeson, DE $59,392

Harrington, DE $59,695

Hartly, DE $59,880

Houston, DE $59,609

Kenton, DE $60,045

Laurel, DE $59,293

Yorklyn, DE $59,837

After Hours Nurse Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For After Hours Nurse roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, After Hours Nurse positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view After Hours Nurse as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an After Hours Nurse

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$68,877	$33.0	15%

After Hours Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an After Hours Nurse's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$51,943

Average $59,893/year

$71,699

$4,329

Average $4,991/month

$5,975

$999

Average $1,152/week

$1,379

$25

Average $29/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,699	$5,975	$1,379	$34
Average	$59,893	$4,991	$1,152	$29
25th Percentile	$51,943	$4,329	$999	$25

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