Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: California

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

The highest paying employer in California for Acute Care Nurse jobs is Community Medical Centers, paying up to $53/hr. This is 37% lower than the average pay for Acute Care Nurse roles in California.

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Average Acute Care Nurse Salary

$73.09/hour

The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in California is $73.09 per hour. This is 46% higher than the US average of $39.60.

Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Acute Care Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$73.09/hour

California

46% higher than the US average.

$39.60/hour

United States

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Community Medical Centers	$53	$53

Last updated on December 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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