Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary
Average Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary
$1,933/week
The average salary for a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in California is $1,933 per week. This is 1% higher than the US average of $1,920.
Last updated on April 6, 2026. Based on 65 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in California compared to National Averages
Travel Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$1,933/week
California
1% higher than the US average.
$1,920/week
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists?
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Chula Vista, California | $2,875 | $2,875 |
| Berkeley, California | $2,360 | $2,360 |
| Santa Cruz, California | $2,236 | $2,456 |
How does the pay for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists in California compare to nearby states?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $2,235 | $2,464 |
| Washington | $2,100 | $2,524 |
| Oregon | $2,030 | $2,446 |
| Montana | $1,948 | $2,520 |
| Colorado | $1,747 | $2,715 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Certified Surgical Technologist jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Certified Surgical Technologist jobs in California?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Coast Medical Service | $2,875 | $2,875 |
| HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA | $2,554 | $2,555 |
| ProLink Allied | $2,462 | $2,462 |
| TNAA TotalMed RN | $2,349 | $2,349 |
| LeaderStat | $2,289 | $2,289 |
| Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) | $2,248 | $2,248 |
| LanceSoft | $2,205 | $2,456 |
| Assured Nursing | $2,201 | $2,263 |
| GQR Healthcare | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| Meda Health | $2,167 | $2,494 |
Last updated on April 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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- San Diego, California
- Sharp Memorial Hospital
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- San Jose, CA
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$2,555/week
Estimated pay packagePosted 5 days ago
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Travel Certified Surgical Technologist
- San Jose, CA
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$2,554/week
Estimated pay packagePosted 9 days ago
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- Ridgecrest, CA
- ProLink Allied
- 5x8 hrs, Flexible
$2,462/week
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Travel Certified Surgical Technologist
- Santa Cruz, CA
- LanceSoft
- 4x10 hrs, Days
$2,450/week
Estimated pay packagePosted 5 days ago
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