Assistant Vice President Nursing Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Vice President Nursing make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Vice President Nursing in California is $190,329 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

However, an Assistant Vice President Nursing's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $228,567
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $172,529 to $210,344
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $156,323

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Vice President Nursing Salaries

An Assistant Vice President Nursing's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Vice President Nursing Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Vice President Nursing's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $131,311
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $153,673
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $186,159
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $228,651
  • Expert (over 8 years): $276,246
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Nursing Supervisor less than 1 year $131,311
Nursing Manager 1-2 years $153,673
Assistant Vice President Nursing 2-4 years $186,159
Nursing Director 5-8 years $228,651
Head of Nursing over 8 years $276,246

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Vice President Nursing

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $190,657
  • West Hollywood: $190,519
  • Dodgertown: $190,655

Assistant Vice President Nursing Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Vice President Nursing roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Vice President Nursing positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Vice President Nursing as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Vice President Nursing

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $228,395 $110.0 20%

Assistant Vice President Nursing Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Vice President Nursing's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$172,529
Average $190,329/year
$210,344
$14,377
Average $15,861/month
$17,529
$3,318
Average $3,660/week
$4,045
$83
Average $92/hour
$101
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $210,344 $17,529 $4,045 $101
Average $190,329 $15,861 $3,660 $92
25th Percentile $172,529 $14,377 $3,318 $83

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