Healthcare Newark, DE Pop. 33,398

Registered Nurse Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median registered nurse salary in Newark, DE is $84,469 per year, which is 4.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$84,469
vs State Avg
+$812
vs National
+$3,249
Cost of Living
102%

Registered Nurse Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $60,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$60,320
+$2,320 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$85,280
+$3,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$119,600
+$4,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $59,696
25th Percentile $69,472
Median (50th) $84,469
75th Percentile $105,144
90th Percentile $125,632

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$86,905
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$82,032
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$81,220
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$79,596
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Newark

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Newark 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 Newark may vary based on local industry and population growth.