Registered Nurse Salary Guide: California

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

The highest paying employer in California for Registered Nurse jobs is Talenz Healthcare, paying up to $72/hr. This is 5% higher than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in California.

Q: What cities in California pay the most for Registered Nurses?

Ukiah is currently the highest paying city in California for Registered Nurse jobs, paying up to $82/hr. This is 14% higher than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in California. Other top paying cities include Marysville, paying up to $92/hr, Los Angeles, paying up to $78/hr, and Los Gatos, paying up to $95/hr.

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Average Registered Nurse Salary

$69.02/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $69.02 per hour. This is 35% higher than the US average of $44.89.

Last updated on April 24, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$69.02/hour

California

35% higher than the US average.

$44.89/hour

United States

What cities in California pay the most for Registered Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Ukiah, California	$81	$82
Marysville, California	$75	$92
Los Angeles, California	$72	$78

What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in California?

Specialty	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Telemetry	$77	$84
Care Manager	$74	$83
ICU - Intensive Care Unit	$73	$84

How does the pay for Registered Nurses in California compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Oregon	$64	$76
Colorado	$48	$52
Arizona	$47	$58
Nevada	$46	$54
Idaho	$44	$50
Texas	$44	$50
Montana	$33	$44
Wyoming	$33	$43

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in California?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Talenz Healthcare	$72	$72
Select Medical	$64	$66
Stability Direct	$63	$76
Core Medical-Perm	$63	$66
Adventist Health	$62	$77
Protouch Staffing - Permanent	$56	$58
Insight Global	$53	$53
Banner Health	$53	$53
Community Health System	$52	$54
Vibra Healthcare	$50	$53