Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$2,399/week
The average salary for a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in California is $2,399 per week. This is 13% higher than the US average of $2,097.
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on 1,113 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
Travel Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$2,399/week
California
13% higher than the US average.
$2,097/week
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Med Surg Nurses?
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Med Surg Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| West Los Angeles, California | $3,535 | $3,535 |
| Concord, California | $3,530 | $3,530 |
| Alameda, California | $3,352 | $3,352 |
| Burlingame, California | $3,236 | $3,450 |
| Fremont, California | $3,069 | $3,339 |
| Irvine, California | $3,040 | $3,040 |
| Anaheim, California | $3,031 | $3,031 |
How does the pay for Travel Med Surg Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Med Surg Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | $2,252 | $2,601 |
| Oregon | $2,247 | $3,276 |
| Wyoming | $2,184 | $2,812 |
| Nevada | $2,179 | $2,695 |
| Idaho | $2,148 | $2,936 |
| Montana | $2,128 | $3,251 |
| Arizona | $2,073 | $3,432 |
| Washington | $2,070 | $4,128 |
| New Mexico | $1,971 | $3,003 |
| Colorado | $1,882 | $3,661 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in California?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| The Judge Group | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Solomon Page | $3,085 | $3,085 |
| Compunnel Healthcare | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Source Medical Staffing | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| LanceSoft | $2,935 | $3,450 |
| ADN Healthcare | $2,854 | $2,854 |
| 3B Healthcare Inc. | $2,834 | $2,834 |
| Bestica | $2,832 | $3,700 |
| Consolidated Medical Travel | $2,801 | $2,801 |
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. | $2,796 | $3,325 |
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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