Registered Nurse Salary in California
Explore registered nurse salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$106,803
Monthly: $8,900
Biweekly: $4,108
Entry Level
$75,698
Monthly: $6,308
Biweekly: $2,911
Senior Level
$148,644
Monthly: $12,387
Biweekly: $5,717
Job Growth
16%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $75,698 | $106,803 | $148,644 |
| Monthly | $6,308 | $8,900 | $12,387 |
| Biweekly | $2,911 | $4,108 | $5,717 |
| Weekly | $1,456 | $2,054 | $2,859 |
| Hourly | $36 | $51 | $71 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$83,440
CA Median
$106,803
Difference
+$23,363
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Provide patient care and coordinate treatment in hospitals and clinical settings.
Education
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing; RN license required
Key Skills
Patient CareMedical KnowledgeCommunicationClinical Assessment
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