Healthcare Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Registered Nurse Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median registered nurse salary in Bear, DE is $82,032 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 1.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$82,032
vs State Avg
$-1,625
vs National
+$812
Cost of Living
99%

Registered Nurse Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $58,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,580
+$580 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$82,820
+$820 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$116,150
+$1,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $57,974
25th Percentile $67,468
Median (50th) $82,032
75th Percentile $102,111
90th Percentile $122,008

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$86,905
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$84,469
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$81,220
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$79,596
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Bear

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.