Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: California

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

The highest paying employer in California for Psychiatric Nurse jobs is CoreCivic, paying up to $57/hr. This is 31% lower than the average pay for Psychiatric Nurse roles in California.

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Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary

$75.27/hour

The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in California is $75.27 per hour. This is 51% higher than the US average of $36.95.

Last updated on December 27, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Psychiatric Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$75.27/hour

California

51% higher than the US average.

$36.95/hour

United States

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$42	$52
Oregon	$35	$40

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
CoreCivic	$57	$57

Last updated on December 27, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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