Nurse Manager Salary Guide: California

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Average Nurse Manager Salary

$79.15/hour

The average salary for a Nurse Manager in California is $79.15 per hour. This is 34% higher than the US average of $52.10.

Last updated on October 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Nurse Manager salaries in California compared to National Averages

$79.15/hour

California

34% higher than the US average.

$52.10/hour

United States

How does the pay for Nurse Managers in California compare to nearby states?

New Mexico pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Colorado ($64) and Texas ($54). Colorado has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $81. For comparison, the California average for Registered Nurses is $79 per hour — New Mexico pays 18% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
New Mexico	$65	$72
Colorado	$64	$81
Texas	$54	$60

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

Tenet Desert pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $81 per hour, followed by Community Medical Centers ($79) and Patterns Hiring - Perm ($69). For comparison, the California average for Registered Nurses is $79 per hour — Tenet Desert pays 2% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet Desert	$81	$81
Community Medical Centers	$79	$79
Patterns Hiring - Perm	$69	$69

Last updated on October 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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