Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Telemetry Nurse Salary
$72.66/hour
The average salary for a Telemetry Nurse in California is $72.66 per hour. This is 36% higher than the US average of $46.73.
Last updated on September 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Telemetry Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$72.66/hour
California
36% higher than the US average.
$46.73/hour
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Telemetry Nurses?
Los Gatos, California and Palo Alto, California pay Telemetry Nurses the most, both averaging $68 per hour. Los Gatos, California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $95. For comparison, the California average for Telemetry Nurses is $73 per hour — Los Gatos, California and Palo Alto, California pay 7% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Los Gatos, California | $68 | $95 |
| Palo Alto, California | $68 | $95 |
How does the pay for Telemetry Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Washington pays Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $62 per hour, followed by Colorado ($57) and Michigan ($50). Washington also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the California average for Telemetry Nurses is $73 per hour — Washington pays 15% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $62 | $69 |
| Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Michigan | $50 | $61 |
| Arizona | $45 | $50 |
| Montana | $27 | $33 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Telemetry Nurse jobs in California?
Tenet Desert pays Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $68 per hour, followed by Adventist Health ($62) and Community Medical Centers ($58). For comparison, the California average for Telemetry Nurses is $73 per hour — Tenet Desert pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet Desert | $68 | $68 |
| Adventist Health | $62 | $62 |
| Community Medical Centers | $58 | $58 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $53 | $53 |
Last updated on September 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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