Trauma ICU Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Trauma ICU Nurse Salary
$83.85/hour
The average salary for a Trauma ICU Nurse in California is $83.85 per hour. This is 40% higher than the US average of $50.66.
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Trauma ICU Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$83.85/hour
California
40% higher than the US average.
$50.66/hour
United States
How does the pay for Trauma ICU Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Only Texas reports pay data for Trauma ICU Nurses, averaging $49 per hour. Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the California average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $84 per hour — Texas pays 41% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $49 | $60 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Trauma ICU Nurse jobs in California?
Tenet North Cal pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $74 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($70) and Tenet Desert ($68). Adventist Health has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $83. For comparison, the California average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $84 per hour — Tenet North Cal pays 12% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet North Cal | $74 | $74 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $70 | $70 |
| Tenet Desert | $68 | $75 |
| Adventist Health | $67 | $83 |
| Community Medical Centers | $63 | $68 |
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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