PermanentPosted 10 days ago
RN - Quality Assurance/Utilization Review - Business Development - Full Time 8hr
Emanate Health · Covina, CA
$52.03–$80.64/ hour
Top 25% pay
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in La Mesa, CA
The median utilization review nurse pay in the La Mesa area is $63.99 per hour ($133,090 a year), with the typical range running from $58.52 to $78.58. That ranks 16th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 25th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in La Mesa. The free report below lists employers near La Mesa and what they pay.
- $63.99median pay per hour, San Diego
- $59–$79typical range per hour
- 27,660utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 112cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in La Mesa, CA
The metro median is 5% below the California statewide median of $67.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 27,660 registered nurses employed in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area, 18.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.60 | $103,170 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $58.52 | $121,720 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Median | $63.99 | $133,090 | 42% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $78.58 | $163,450 | 75% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $84.05 | $174,820 | 87% above U.S. median |
How La Mesa ranks
- 16th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 25th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 14th of 23 California metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for utilization review nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
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.
What your pay buys in La Mesa
- Overall prices in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad run 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 79% above the U.S. average (index 179.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $63.99 median hour buys what $57.19 buys at the national price level, 27% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,304
- Per year: $115,182
- Per month: $9,598
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in La Mesa
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Mesa.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grossmont Hospital La Mesa, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health Syste La Mesa, CA | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon, CA | 4 mi | $63.99/hr | 103,291 |
| Santee, CA | 6 mi | $63.99/hr | 59,104 |
| Temecula, CA | 50 mi | $62.58/hr | 112,431 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in California · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in California
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG experience
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in La Mesa, CA?
Utilization Review Nurses in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area have a median pay of $63.99 per hour, about $133,090 a year. The middle half earn between $58.52 and $78.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is La Mesa a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad ranks 25th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 16th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% above the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in La Mesa?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Mesa, led by Grossmont Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in La Mesa as an utilization review 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.
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- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
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