Operating Room Nurse Salary Guide: California

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

The highest paying employer in California for Operating Room Nurse jobs is Tenet Desert, paying up to $89/hr. This is 11% higher than the average pay for Operating Room Nurse roles in California.

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Average Operating Room Nurse Salary

$79.59/hour

The average salary for an Operating Room Nurse in California is $79.59 per hour. This is 41% higher than the US average of $46.90.

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

Operating Room Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$79.59/hour

California

41% higher than the US average.

$46.90/hour

United States

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Arizona	$46	$48
Colorado	$38	$44
New Mexico	$36	$46
Nevada	$32	$59

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet Desert	$89	$89
Adventist Health	$68	$75
Tenet North Cal	$63	$63
Community Medical Centers	$50	$50

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

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