Cardiac Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Cardiac Stepdown Nurse Salary
$79.05/hour
The average salary for a Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in California is $79.05 per hour. This is 37% higher than the US average of $50.15.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Cardiac Stepdown Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$79.05/hour
California
37% higher than the US average.
$50.15/hour
United States
How does the pay for Cardiac Stepdown Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Cardiac Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Oklahoma ($46) and Texas ($45). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the California average for Registered Nurses is $79 per hour — Colorado pays 24% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $60 | $63 |
| Oklahoma | $46 | $46 |
| Texas | $45 | $58 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Assistant Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Clovis Community Medical Center
- Clovis, CA
- 5x8 hrs, Nights
$75-97/hour
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