Director of Nursing Salary Guide: California

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Director of Nursing jobs in California?

The highest paying employer in California for Director of Nursing jobs is Tenet North Cal, paying up to $98/hr. This is 22% higher than the average pay for Director of Nursing roles in California.

Q: What cities in California pay the most for Directors of Nursing?

Modesto is currently the highest paying city in California for Director of Nursing jobs, paying up to $96/hr. This is 10% higher than the average pay for Director of Nursing roles in California. Other top paying cities include San Luis Obispo, paying up to $90/hr, Clovis, paying up to $97/hr, and Palm Springs, paying up to $78/hr.

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Average Director of Nursing Salary

$76.70/hour

The average salary for a Director of Nursing in California is $76.70 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $65.17.

Last updated on August 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Director of Nursing salaries in California compared to National Averages

$76.70/hour

California

15% higher than the US average.

$65.17/hour

United States

What cities in California pay the most for Directors of Nursing?

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

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Director of Nursing jobs in California?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet North Cal	$98	$98
Tenet Desert	$77	$77

Last updated on August 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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