How much does a New Graduate Registered Nurse make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a New Graduate Registered Nurse in San Diego, CA is $79,961. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $63,071 to a high of $92,069, with most professionals earning between $71,120 and $86,299.

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New Graduate Registered Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $63,071 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $71,120 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $79,961 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $86,299 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $92,069 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25% $71,120 10% $63,071 90% $92,069 75% $86,299 $79,961 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a New Graduate Registered Nurse ?

A Registered Nurse (RN) is a nurse who has graduated from a nursing program and met the requirements outlined by a country, state, province or similar licensing body to obtain a nursing license. An RN's scope of practice is determined by legislation, and is regulated by a professional body or council. Registered nurses are employed in a wide variety of professional settings, and often specialize in a field of practice. They may be responsible for supervising care delivered by other healthcare workers, including student nurses, licensed practical nurses, unlicensed assistive personnel, and les...

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    Associate's Degree

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    New Graduate Registered Nurse

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Staff Nurse - RN II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of New Graduate Registered Nurse in San Diego, CA. The base salary for New Graduate Registered Nurse ranges from $71,120 to $86,299 with the average base salary of $79,961. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,120 to $86,299 with the average total cash compensation of $79,961.

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