Nurse Practitioner salary in California
The median nurse practitioner in California earns $80.10 an hour, or $166,610 a year. That’s $17.98 above the national median, ranking #1 of 50.
- Median hourly$80.10
- Median yearly$166,610
- Bottom 10% earn under$59.77/hr
- Top 10% earn over$112.89/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$83.26
- NPs employed20,980
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, California, occupation 29-1171. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all NPs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in California
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $67.47/hr | $140,330/yr |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $37.10/hr | $77,170/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $22.32/hr | $46,420/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open NP jobs in California
- Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery Clinic - Full TimeValley Children's HealthcareMadera, CA$84.64–$122.73/hrNPPediatricsFull-time
- Nurse Practitioner - Primary CareVeterans Health AdministrationClearlake, CA$157k–$227k/yrNPFull-timeCloses Jan 4, 2027
- Discharge Support Nurse PractitionerSutter HealthCalifornia$205k–$297k/yrNPFull-time
- Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Sign-On Bonus Available - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remoteOne MedicalBerkeley, CA$165k–$197k/yrNPFull-timeDaysSign-on bonus
- Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Sign-On Bonus AvailableOne MedicalSunnyvale, CA$165k–$197k/yrNPFull-timeSign-on bonus
- Nurse Practitioner, InfusionAltaMed Health ServicesBellflower, CA$138k–$173k/yrNPFull-time