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Registered nurse salary in California (Updated 2026)
How much does a Registered Nurse make in California?
Average base salary
$55.13
- Hour
- Day
- Week
- Month
- Year
24%
above national averageAverage $55.13
Low $33.25
High $91.40
The average salary for a registered nurse is $55.13 per hour in California and $14,688 overtime per year.20.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 29, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Registered Nurse in California
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Comfort Choice Hospice Care
$452,400per year
Sadiant Health LLC
$342,875per year
Hospice Company
$338,000per year
Distinctive Home & Health Care
$332,800per year
American Hospice and Home Heal...
$312,000per year
Balance
$270,400per year
