Nurse Practitioners Salary in California

Real compensation data from 1,736 verified professionals

Salary Ranges by Experience

Entry Level

$134,900

0-2 years experience

Mid-Career

$163,300

3-7 years experience

Senior Level

$198,800

8+ years experience

Adjusted for California's cost of living index (142)

Your salary of $163,300 feels like:

$115,000

compared to national average

Major Metro Area

45 employers hiring

$138,000

median salary

Secondary City

32 employers hiring

$126,500

median salary

Regional Center

28 employers hiring

$120,750

median salary

✓Top 10% earn $168,000 with Specialized certifications, leadership, advanced training
✓Night shift differential: +$13,800/year average
✓Sign-on bonuses: $11,500 common in this market

Base Salary$163,300

Bonuses & Incentives$8,500

Benefits Value$12,000

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