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Certified Nurse Specialist

Average Certified Nurse Specialist Salary

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$92,135
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$76k
MEDIAN
$92k
90%
$114k

The average salary for a Certified Nurse Specialist is $92,135 in 2025

Base Salary
$76k - $114k
Bonus
$784 - $15k
Profit Sharing
$597 - $16k
Commission
$3k - $35k
Total Pay
$77k - $123k
Based on 9,074 salary profiles (last updated Aug 27 2019)
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4.1 out of 5
(1,058)
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Common Health Benefits for a Certified Nurse Specialist

Medical
75%
Dental
63%
Vision
54%
None
23%

Gender Breakdown for Certified Nurse Specialists

Female
90.2%
Male
9.5%
Prefer to self-define
0.3%
This data is based on 3,426 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Certified Nurse Specialists

What is the highest pay for Certified Nurse Specialists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Certified Nurse Specialist is $114k / year

What is the lowest pay for Certified Nurse Specialists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Certified Nurse Specialist is $76k / year

How can Certified Nurse Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Certified Nurse Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Certified Nurse Specialist that oversees more junior Certified Nurse Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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