Orthopedics Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Orthopedics Nurse Salary
$79.94/hour
The average salary for an Orthopedics Nurse in California is $79.94 per hour. This is 35% higher than the US average of $52.00.
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Orthopedics Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$79.94/hour
California
35% higher than the US average.
$52.00/hour
United States
How does the pay for Orthopedics Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Orthopedics Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Michigan ($34). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the California average for Registered Nurses is $80 per hour — Colorado pays 28% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Michigan | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager Med Surg
- Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center
- Thousand Oaks, CA
$66-88/hour
Charge Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics
- Desert Regional Medical Center
- Palm Springs, CA
$51-82/hour
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