Healthcare Sacramento, CA Pop. 524,943

Registered Nurse Salary in Sacramento, California

The median registered nurse salary in Sacramento, CA is $102,337 per year, which is 26.0% above the national median and 13.7% below the California state average.

City Median
$102,337
vs State Avg
$-16,244
vs National
+$21,117
Cost of Living
118%

Registered Nurse Salary in Sacramento by Experience

In Sacramento, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $73,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $144,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,080
+$15,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$103,320
+$21,320 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$144,900
+$29,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sacramento, CA

Percentile Sacramento
10th Percentile $72,324
25th Percentile $84,168
Median (50th) $102,337
75th Percentile $127,386
90th Percentile $152,208

Registered Nurse Salary in Other California Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Sacramento

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Sacramento 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 Sacramento may vary based on local industry and population growth.