Registered Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$71.26/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $71.26 per hour. This is 38% higher than the US average of $44.42.
Last updated on December 16, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$71.26/hour
California
38% higher than the US average.
$44.42/hour
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in California pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland, California | $84 | $118 |
| Santa Clara, California | $77 | $99 |
| Los Angeles, California | $72 | $90 |
| Downey, California | $68 | $88 |
| Los Gatos, California | $68 | $95 |
| Mountain View, California | $60 | $95 |
| Palo Alto, California | $68 | $95 |
| San Jose, California | $68 | $95 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in California?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in California?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Educator | $90 | $99 |
| OB/GYN | $84 | $110 |
| CVICU | $80 | $87 |
| NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care | $75 | $94 |
| OR - Operating Room | $74 | $98 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $64 | $73 |
| Washington | $63 | $89 |
| Colorado | $49 | $53 |
| New Mexico | $46 | $52 |
| Arizona | $44 | $58 |
| Nevada | $43 | $52 |
| Idaho | $33 | $45 |
| Montana | $33 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in California?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Permanente | $78 | $116 |
| Royal Ambulance | $77 | $77 |
| Adventist Health | $64 | $81 |
| Stability Direct | $62 | $76 |
| CoreCivic | $58 | $58 |
| Banner Health | $58 | $60 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $57 | $66 |
| Community Medical Centers | $53 | $82 |
| AccentCare | $48 | $55 |
| Lifepoint Health | $41 | $41 |
Last updated on December 16, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
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- Fresno, CA
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- Clovis, CA
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$46-62/hour
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- Adventist Health
- Clearlake, CA
$56-84/hour
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