Registered Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$74.10/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $74.10 per hour. This is 40% higher than the US average of $44.59.
Last updated on July 8, 2025. 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
$74.10/hour
California
40% higher than the US average.
$44.59/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 |
|---|---|---|
| Turlock, California | $84 | $109 |
| Modesto, California | $83 | $92 |
| Indio, California | $77 | $109 |
| Palm Springs, California | $77 | $92 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Telemetry | $83 | $109 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $83 | $109 |
| NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care | $79 | $95 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet North Cal | $71 | $102 |
| Stability Direct | $71 | $78 |
| Tenet Desert | $66 | $98 |
| Adventist Health | $63 | $72 |
| Insight Global | $63 | $63 |
| Community Medical Centers | $60 | $103 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $56 | $62 |
Last updated on July 8, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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