Operating Room Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Operating Room Nurse Salary
$83.69/hour
The average salary for an Operating Room Nurse in California is $83.69 per hour. This is 39% higher than the US average of $50.81.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Operating Room Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$83.69/hour
California
39% higher than the US average.
$50.81/hour
United States
How does the pay for Operating Room Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Oregon pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $73 per hour, followed by Colorado ($59) and Michigan ($56). Oregon also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $85. For comparison, the California average for Operating Room Nurses is $84 per hour — Oregon pays 13% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $73 | $85 |
| Colorado | $59 | $63 |
| Michigan | $56 | $69 |
| Arizona | $51 | $61 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Operating Room Nurse jobs in California?
Tenet Desert pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Adventist Health ($69) and Community Medical Centers ($58). Tenet Desert also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $94. For comparison, the California average for Operating Room Nurses is $84 per hour — Tenet Desert pays 16% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet Desert | $70 | $94 |
| Adventist Health | $69 | $78 |
| Community Medical Centers | $58 | $58 |
| Tenet North Cal | $56 | $74 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Adventist Health
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director OR - Operating Room
- John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
- Indio, CA
- Sign-On Bonus
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- Adventist Health
- Fort Bragg, CA
$139K-209K/year
Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
- CoreMedical Group Perm
- San Ramon, CA
- 5x8 hrs
$130K-190K/year
approximately $62-92/hrRegistered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
- Adventist Health
- Saint Helena, CA
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