Nurse Practitioner Salary in California
Median annual base pay is $152,300 across 39 reported Nurse Practitioner salaries in California.
Updated 18 August 2026
Salary Distribution (By Percentile)
| P10 | P25 | Median | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $116,900 | $135,200 | $152,300 | $174,500 | $190,000 |
Top Cities in California
| City | Median | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $168,300 | 11 |
| Los Angeles | $152,000 | 8 |
| San Diego | $136,700 | 7 |
By Practice Setting
| Setting | Median | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| FQHC / Community Health Center | $164,320 | 5 |
Salary by Level
| Level | Common titles | Median | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior / Early Career | NP I · Staff NP · Nurse Practitioner (Nurse II) | — | 3 |
Nurse Practitioner salaries in other states
Common questions
How much does a Nurse Practitioner make in California?
The median Nurse Practitioner salary in California is $152,300 per year, based on 39 reported salaries.
Which city in California pays Nurse Practitioners the most?
San Jose has the highest median at $168,300 per year, of the cities with enough reports to publish a median.