salary$134,910 a year$65 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$102,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$176,990per year
Jobs in the area3,180people work this job
Can a registered nurse afford Salinas?
OK. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 21.5% of the median registered nurse salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a registered nurse in the Salinas, CA area is $134,910 a year ($65 an hour). Most earn between $102,300 and $176,990.
Can a registered nurse afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 21.5% of the median registered nurse salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Salinas, CA metro area.