Updated Sep 15, 2022

How much does a Registered Nurse make in Los Angeles, CA?

Updated Sep 15, 2022

Experience

Industry

$113,214 / yrTotal Pay
$107,127 / yrBase Pay
$6,086 / yrAdditional Pay

$113,214

 / yr
$78K$166K
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Possible Range

The estimated total pay for a Registered Nurse is $113,214 per year in the Los Angeles, CA area, with an average salary of $107,127 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $6,086 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Total Pay Trajectory

For Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA

$113,214 /yr
Registered Nurse
$128,070 /yr
Senior Registered Nurse
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For Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA

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Top Paying Companies

For a Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA. Employers include Excelsis Talent, The Judge Group and Cross Country Nurses.

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Excelsis Talent
$141,992/yr
7
Medix
$123,279/yr

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Top Paying Industries

For a Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA

The top 5 paying industries for a Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA are Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $127,165, Personal Consumer Services with a median total pay of $121,147, Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $113,436, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $108,922, and Healthcare with a median total pay of $105,486.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Human Resources & StaffingHuman Resources & Staffing$127,165

    14% Higher than other industries

  • Personal Consumer ServicesPersonal Consumer Services$121,147

    9% Higher than other industries

  • Government & Public AdministrationGovernment & Public Administration$113,436

    3% Higher than other industries

  • Pharmaceutical & BiotechnologyPharmaceutical & Biotechnology$108,922

    1% Lower than other industries

  • HealthcareHealthcare$105,486

    4% Lower than other industries

Human Resources & Staffing

Top paying companies in Human Resources & Staffing for Registered Nurse are Excelsis Talent, The Judge Group, and Cross Country Nurses.

Excelsis TalentExcelsis Talent$141,992/yr
The Judge GroupThe Judge Group$141,973/yr

Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview

What is the pay outlook for Healthcare?

Healthcare jobs, already in high demand, are expected to grow extensively to meet the increased need from an aging population. Careers in this industry are diverse, though most require additional training and pay above-average wages. Despite fewer opportunities for remote work than other professions, healthcare jobs can be found nearly everywhere, including both rural and urban settings. While careers in healthcare offer high job security, they also often involve long hours, including evening and weekend shift work, particularly for those just starting their career.

How does the Registered nurse salary in Los Angeles, CA compare to the national average salary in US for the same job?

The average salary for a Registered nurse in US is $71,403 per year based on 72,285 salary contributions, which is 21.54% less than the salary for a Registered nurse in Los Angeles, CA. The cost of living and the local demand for the work are among the factors affecting wages. The top 3 companies in US where a Registered nurse gets the highest compensation are Centura Health Corporation, Kaiser Permanente and Nomad Health, Inc. . Bigger companies typically pay 25.5% more than smaller companies for a Registered nurse.

Recent Salaries Shared

For registered nurse in Los Angeles, CA

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Registered Nurse, BSN

Los Angeles, CA

 | 1-3 years

$55

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Registered Nurse

Los Angeles, CA

 | 4-6 years

$46

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Registered Nurse, BSN

Los Angeles, CA

 | 1-3 years

$43

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Registered Nurse, BSN

Los Angeles, CA

 | 1-3 years

$45

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Registered Nurse, BSN

Los Angeles, CA

 | 7-9 years

$104,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

7-9 years
Yesterday
Registered Nurse

Los Angeles, CA

 | 1-3 years

$52

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Registered Nurse, BSN

Los Angeles, CA

 | 1-3 years

$48

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Registered Nurse, BSN

Los Angeles, CA

 | 15+ years

$70

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

15+ years
Yesterday

Registered Nurse pay FAQ in Los Angeles, CA

The average salary for a Registered Nurse is $107,127 per year in Los Angeles, CA. Salaries estimates are based on 148418 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Registered Nurse employees in Los Angeles, CA.

The highest salary for a Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA is $154,370 per year.

The lowest salary for a Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, CA is $74,343 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Registered Nurse or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Registered Nurse.