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Staff Nurse II SH - Tele/Step Down NICU II
Kaiser Permanente · Vacaville, CA
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Registered Nurse jobs in Vacaville, CA
The median registered nurse pay in the Vacaville area is $92.53 per hour ($192,470 a year), with the typical range running from $64.72 to $101.04. That ranks 2nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 2nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Vacaville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Vacaville.
- $92.53median pay per hour, Vallejo
- $65–$101typical range per hour
- 4,410registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 108cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Registered Nurse pay in Vacaville, CA
The metro median is 37% above the California statewide median of $67.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 4,410 registered nurses employed in the Vallejo metro area, 30.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.45).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $52.72 | $109,660 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $64.72 | $134,620 | 44% above U.S. median |
| Median | $92.53 | $192,470 | 106% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $101.04 | $210,160 | 125% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $112.94 | $234,920 | 151% above U.S. median |
How Vacaville ranks
- 2nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 2nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 23 California metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Vallejo run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% above the U.S. average (index 142.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $92.53 median hour buys what $85.30 buys at the national price level, 90% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Vacaville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$3,331
- Per year: $166,554
- Per month: $13,880
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Vallejo metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Vacaville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel registered nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Registered Nurse roles in California
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RN Float Pool
CommonSpirit Health · Santa Cruz, CA
$103.83–$112.14/ hour
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RN Physical Rehabilitation
CommonSpirit Health · Santa Cruz, CA
$103.83–$112.14/ hour
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Hospitals in Vacaville
CMS lists 1 hospital in Vacaville, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Vacaville Vacaville, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Solano County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Solano County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield, CA | 8 mi | $92.53/hr | 122,646 |
| Napa, CA | 18 mi | $67.47/hr | 76,921 |
| Davis, CA | 18 mi | $81.35/hr | 67,125 |
| Vallejo, CA | 24 mi | $92.53/hr | 123,475 |
| Pittsburg, CA | 24 mi | $90.40/hr | 77,131 |
| Woodland, CA | 25 mi | $81.35/hr | 62,983 |
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License and tax basics in California
California is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the California board for a license by endorsement before working here.
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Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Vacaville, CA?
Registered Nurses in the Vallejo metro area have a median pay of $92.53 per hour, about $192,470 a year. The middle half earn between $64.72 and $101.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Vacaville a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Vallejo ranks 2nd of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 2nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Where do registered nurses work in Vacaville?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Vacaville, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Vacaville. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Vacaville as a registered nurse?
California is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the California board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Vacaville in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Solano County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Vacaville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Vacaville is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your RN pay reportVacaville, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$108.25/ hr$94–$123
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 16 postings$106.18/ hr$59–$119
- Stanford Children's HealthPALO ALTO, CA · 8 postings$103.75/ hr$90–$113
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 7 postings$85.12/ hr$73–$111
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Low$50Median$66.48High$79
536 RN postings with published pay in California, 518 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 536 RN roles
- RN Float PoolPer diem$103.83–$112.14/ hour
- RN Physical RehabilitationPer diem$103.83–$112.14/ hour
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