Registered Nurse
2025 Salary Data

Registered Nurse Salary in California

The average Registered Nurse in California makes $117,000 per year.

Annual Salary
$117,000
Hourly Wage
$56.25
Monthly Pay
$9,750

Salary Breakdown

Frequency Amount
Annual $117,000
Monthly $9,750
Bi-Weekly $4,500
Weekly $2,250
Hourly $56.25

Education & Skills

Required Education

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Top Skills
Patient CareCritical ThinkingCommunicationEmpathyMedical Software

Typical Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible Schedules

Did you know? Job growth for Registered Nurses is projected at 6%, which is faster than average for all occupations.

What is a Registered Nurse?

Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions.

  • Job Growth: 6% (Faster than average)
  • Location: California

Take Home Pay Calculator

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Federal Tax 22% -$25,740
State Tax California (9.0%) -$10,530
Net Pay
$80,730 per year
Monthly $6,728
Bi-Weekly $3,105

*Estimates based on single filer status in California. Interactive.