Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
Average Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$76.12/hour
The average salary for a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in California is $76.12 per hour. This is 42% higher than the US average of $43.88.
Last updated on November 12, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$76.12/hour
California
42% higher than the US average.
$43.88/hour
United States
How does the pay for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $39 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse jobs in California?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Community Medical Centers | $72 | $81 |
| Tenet North Cal | $70 | $70 |
| Adventist Health | $67 | $75 |
| Tenet Desert | $67 | $67 |
Last updated on November 12, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Community Regional Medical Center
- Fresno, CA
- 5x8 hrs, Evenings
$70-92/hour
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Community Regional Medical Center
- Fresno, CA
- 5x8 hrs, Evenings
$70-92/hour
View job details for Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Staff Position
Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Adventist Health
- San Luis Obispo, CA
$60-90/hour
View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Staff Position
Charge Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Adventist Health
- Glendale, CA
$58-79/hour
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Adventist Health
- Glendale, CA
$53-72/hour
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