Nurse Manager Salary Guide: California

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in California?

The highest paying employer in California for Nurse Manager jobs is Tenet North Cal, paying up to $88/hr. This is 17% higher than the average pay for Nurse Manager roles in California.

Q: What cities in California pay the most for Nurse Managers?

Modesto is currently the highest paying city in California for Nurse Manager jobs, paying up to $87/hr. This is 3% higher than the average pay for Nurse Manager roles in California. Other top paying cities include Palm Springs, paying up to $76/hr, Turlock, paying up to $74/hr, and Bakersfield, paying up to $81/hr.

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Average Nurse Manager Salary

$72.84/hour

The average salary for a Nurse Manager in California is $72.84 per hour. This is 32% higher than the US average of $49.47.

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Nurse Manager salaries in California compared to National Averages

$72.84/hour

California

32% higher than the US average.

$49.47/hour

United States

What cities in California pay the most for Nurse Managers?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Modesto, California	$75	$87
Palm Springs, California	$74	$76
Turlock, California	$73	$74

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in California?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet North Cal	$88	$89
Community Medical Centers	$82	$89
Tenet Desert	$70	$70

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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