Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Salary Guide: California

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse jobs in California?

The highest paying employer in California for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse jobs is Community Medical Centers, paying up to $41/hr. This is 78% lower than the average pay for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse roles in California.

Q: What cities in California pay the most for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses?

Modesto is currently the highest paying city in California for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse jobs, paying up to $87/hr. This is 3% higher than the average pay for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse roles in California. Other top paying cities include Palm Springs, paying up to $76/hr, Turlock, paying up to $74/hr, and Bakersfield, paying up to $81/hr.

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Average Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Salary

$73.08/hour

The average salary for a Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse in California is $73.08 per hour. This is 53% higher than the US average of $34.21.

Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$73.08/hour

California

53% higher than the US average.

$34.21/hour

United States

What cities in California pay the most for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Los Gatos, California	$68	$95
Mountain View, California	$68	$95
Palo Alto, California	$68	$95
San Jose, California	$68	$95
Santa Clara, California	$68	$95

How does the pay for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses in California compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$46	$46

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse jobs in California?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Community Medical Centers	$41	$57

Last updated on December 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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