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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operating Room Nurse Manager in California is $116,533 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.
However, an Operating Room Nurse Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Operating Room Nurse Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $126,785 | $10,565 | $2,438 | $61 |
| Average | $116,533 | $9,711 | $2,241 | $56 |
| 25th Percentile | $105,246 | $8,770 | $2,024 | $51 |
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An Operating Room Nurse Manager'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Operating Room Nurse Manager'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Operating Room Nurse Manager | $113,398 |
| Intermediate Level Operating Room Nurse Manager | $113,868 |
| Senior Level Operating Room Nurse Manager | $115,436 |
| Specialist Level Operating Room Nurse Manager | $117,317 |
| Expert Level Operating Room Nurse Manager | $120,093 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Operating Room Nurse Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Operating Room Nurse Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Operating Room Nurse Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Operating Room Nurse Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $128,186 | $62.0 | 10% |
Understanding how an Operating Room Nurse Manager'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $126,785 | $10,565 | $2,438 | $61 |
| Average | $116,533 | $9,711 | $2,241 | $56 |
| 25th Percentile | $105,246 | $8,770 | $2,024 | $51 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Operating Room Nurse Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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