Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary
$67.03/hour
The average salary for a Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in California is $67.03 per hour. This is 32% higher than the US average of $45.43.
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$67.03/hour
California
32% higher than the US average.
$45.43/hour
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses?
Los Gatos, California and Palo Alto, California pay Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, both averaging $68 per hour. Los Gatos, California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $95. For comparison, the California average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $67 per hour — Los Gatos, California and Palo Alto, California pay 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Los Gatos, California | $68 | $95 |
| Palo Alto, California | $68 | $95 |
How does the pay for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Arizona ($44) and Michigan ($44). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the California average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $67 per hour — Colorado pays 21% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $53 | $59 |
| Arizona | $44 | $45 |
| Michigan | $44 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse jobs in California?
Tenet Desert pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Adventist Health ($62) and Community Medical Centers ($58). Tenet Desert also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $68. For comparison, the California average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $67 per hour, roughly in line with Tenet Desert.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet Desert | $67 | $68 |
| Adventist Health | $62 | $62 |
| Community Medical Centers | $58 | $58 |
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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