Registered Nurse Salary Guide: San Jose, CA
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$67.67/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in San Jose, CA is $67.67 per hour. This is 20% lower than the California average of $81.47.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Nurse salaries in San Jose, CA compared to State and National Averages
$67.67/hour
San Jose, CA
29% higher than the US average.
$81.47/hour
California
41% higher than the US average.
$48.09/hour
United States
How Registered Nurse Salaries in San Jose Compare to Other Cities
How Registered Nurse Salaries in San Jose Compare to Other Cities
Modesto, California
$94/hour
This is 28% higher than the San Jose average of $67.67.
Reno, Nevada
$38/hour
This is 79% lower than the San Jose average of $67.67.
Los Angeles, California
$51/hour
This is 33% lower than the San Jose average of $67.67.
What are the highest paying Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in San Jose?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $114 | $114 |
Last updated on August 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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