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 Merced, CA
Utilization Review Nurses in the Merced area earn a median of $61.00 per hour, about $126,880 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $52.34 and $65.47. That ranks 25th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 10th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Merced. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Merced.
- $61.00median pay per hour, Merced
- $52–$65typical range per hour
- 930utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Merced, CA
The metro median is 10% below the California statewide median of $67.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 930 registered nurses employed in the Merced metro area, 11.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.55).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $46.14 | $95,970 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $52.34 | $108,870 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Median | $61.00 | $126,880 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.47 | $136,180 | 45% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $76.74 | $159,620 | 71% above U.S. median |
How Merced ranks
- 25th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 10th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 20th 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 Merced
- Overall prices in Merced run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $61.00 median hour buys what $62.07 buys at the national price level, 38% 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$2,196
- Per year: $109,800
- Per month: $9,150
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Merced metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Merced
CMS lists 1 hospital in Merced.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Medical Center Merced, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turlock, CA | 25 mi | $81.47/hr | 72,888 |
| Madera, CA | 32 mi | $60.88/hr | 69,094 |
| Modesto, CA | 37 mi | $81.47/hr | 220,592 |
| Fresno, CA | 52 mi | $60.88/hr | 550,105 |
| Manteca, CA | 53 mi | $63.39/hr | 94,292 |
| Clovis, CA | 55 mi | $60.88/hr | 127,993 |
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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 Merced, CA?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Merced metro area have a median pay of $61.00 per hour, about $126,880 a year. The middle half earn between $52.34 and $65.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Merced a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Merced ranks 10th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 25th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Merced?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Merced, led by Mercy Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Merced 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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