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Registered Nurse Salary in Los Angeles, California

The median registered nurse salary in Los Angeles, CA is $125,079 per year, which is 54.0% above the national median and 5.5% above the California state average.

City Median
$125,079
vs State Avg
+$6,498
vs National
+$43,859
Cost of Living
146%

Registered Nurse Salary in Los Angeles by Experience

In Los Angeles, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $89,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $177,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 146% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$89,320
+$31,320 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$126,280
+$44,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$177,100
+$62,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Los Angeles, CA

Percentile Los Angeles
10th Percentile $88,396
25th Percentile $102,872
Median (50th) $125,079
75th Percentile $155,694
90th Percentile $186,032

Registered Nurse Salary in Other California Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Los Angeles

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Los Angeles and the surrounding California area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Los Angeles may vary based on local industry and population growth.