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Clinical Nurse Specialist

Average Clinical Nurse Specialist Salary

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$87,375
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$65k
MEDIAN
$87k
90%
$111k

The average salary for a Clinical Nurse Specialist is $87,375 in 2025

Base Salary
$65k - $111k
Bonus
$0 - $6k
Total Pay
$66k - $113k
Based on 100 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Clinical Nurse Specialist

Medical
89%
Dental
81%
Vision
74%
None
9%

Gender Breakdown for Clinical Nurse Specialists

Female
87.5%
Male
12.5%
This data is based on 48 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Clinical Nurse Specialists

What is the highest pay for Clinical Nurse Specialists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Clinical Nurse Specialist is $111k / year

What is the lowest pay for Clinical Nurse Specialists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Clinical Nurse Specialist is $65k / year

How can Clinical Nurse Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Clinical 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 Clinical Nurse Specialist that oversees more junior Clinical Nurse Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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