Average Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary

$1,684/week

The average salary for a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in California is $1,684 per week. This is 11% lower than the US average of $1,865.

Last updated on January 4, 2026. Based on 133 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in California compared to National Averages

$1,684/week

California

11% lower than the US average.

$1,865/week

United States

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Berkeley, California$2,346$2,346
Montebello, California$2,223$2,223
Downey, California$1,964$1,964
How does the pay for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists in California compare to nearby states?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Idaho$2,223$2,446
Oregon$2,069$2,720
Washington$2,028$2,676
Arizona$1,871$2,296
Colorado$1,757$2,800
New Mexico$1,579$1,875
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Certified Surgical Technologist jobs in California?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
MedSource LLC$2,466$2,466
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA)$2,402$2,402
Healthcare Support$2,377$2,377
HCS 247 Travel$2,293$2,435
LeaderStat$2,289$2,289
Slate Healthcare$2,258$2,258
Voca Healthcare$2,162$2,162
PRN Healthcare$2,133$2,243
Genie Healthcare$2,091$2,252
eTeam Inc$2,004$2,004

Last updated on January 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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