Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$81.30/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in California is $81.30 per hour. This is 37% higher than the US average of $51.14.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$81.30/hour
California
37% higher than the US average.
$51.14/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Texas ($51) and Arizona ($49). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the California average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $81 per hour — Colorado pays 31% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Texas | $51 | $60 |
| Arizona | $49 | $52 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in California?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $75 per hour, followed by Tenet North Cal ($71) and Community Medical Centers ($68). Adventist Health has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $83. For comparison, the California average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $81 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $75 | $75 |
| Tenet North Cal | $71 | $74 |
| Community Medical Centers | $68 | $68 |
| Adventist Health | $67 | $83 |
| Tenet Desert | $64 | $68 |
Last updated on November 12, 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) - Assistant Manager, PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Clovis Community Medical Center
- Clovis, CA
- 5x8 hrs, Nights
$75-97/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Community Regional Medical Center
- Fresno, CA
- 3x12 hrs, Days
$61-77/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Community Regional Medical Center
- Fresno, CA
- 3x12 hrs, Flexible
$48-67/hour
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