Emergency Department Nurse Salary Guide: San Jose, CA
Average Emergency Department Nurse Salary
$67.67/hour
The average salary for an Emergency Department Nurse in San Jose, CA is $67.67 per hour. This is 10% lower than the California average of $74.21.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Emergency Department Nurse salaries in San Jose, CA compared to State and National Averages
$67.67/hour
San Jose, CA
43% higher than the US average.
$74.21/hour
California
48% higher than the US average.
$38.62/hour
United States
How Emergency Department Nurse Salaries in San Jose Compare to Other Cities
How Emergency Department Nurse Salaries in San Jose Compare to Other Cities
Burbank, California
$68/hour
This is equal to the San Jose average
Pasadena, California
$51/hour
This is 33% lower than the San Jose average of $67.67.
Los Angeles, California
$51/hour
This is 33% lower than the San Jose average of $67.67.
What cities in California pay the most for Emergency Department Nurses?
| 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 |
| Campbell, California | $68 | $95 |
Last updated on January 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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