Oncology Nurse Salary Guide: California

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Average Oncology Nurse Salary

$69.59/hour

The average salary for an Oncology Nurse in California is $69.59 per hour. This is 25% higher than the US average of $52.51.

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

Oncology Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$69.59/hour

California

25% higher than the US average.

$52.51/hour

United States

How does the pay for Oncology Nurses in California compare to nearby states?

Colorado pays Oncology Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Texas ($50). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the California average for Oncology Nurses is $70 per hour — Colorado pays 19% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$57	$63
Texas	$50	$61

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

Tenet Desert pays Oncology Nurses the most, averaging $75 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($75) and Community Medical Centers ($55). For comparison, the California average for Oncology Nurses is $70 per hour — Tenet Desert pays 8% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet Desert	$75	$75
Perm Staff Jobs	$75	$75
Community Medical Centers	$55	$55

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

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