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Nurse Midwives Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Nurse Midwives make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$203,840
Median Annual Salary
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+3.6% vs 2024
$194,730
Mean Salary
$203,840
Median Salary
$98.00
Hourly Rate
870 people work as Nurse Midwives in California
Nurse Midwives salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Nurse Midwives in California earn a median salary of $203,840 per year ($16,986/month).
This is 53.5% above the national average of $132,814.
California ranks #1 out of 39 states for Nurse Midwives pay.
Approximately 870 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 3.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Nurse Midwives
Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.12
Speaking
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Social Perceptiveness
4.12
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
4.82
Psychology
4.33
Customer and Personal Service
4.19
English Language
4.18
Biology
4.06
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(81.2% of workers)
Salaries for Nurse Midwives in California range from $140,970 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $227,590 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $176,080 and $216,560.
The median annual salary for Nurse Midwives in California is $203,840 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $194,730.
What is the salary range for a Nurse Midwives in California?
Salaries for Nurse Midwives in California range from $140,970 at the 10th percentile to $227,590 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $176,080 and $216,560.
What is the starting salary for a Nurse Midwives in California?
Entry-level Nurse Midwives positions in California typically start around $140,970 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $176,080 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Nurse Midwives in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 870 people are employed as Nurse Midwives in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Nurse Midwives in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Nurse Midwives in California is approximately $98.00 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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