Average Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary

$2,321/week

The average salary for a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in La Mesa, CA is $2,321 per week. This is 20% higher than the California average of $1,854.

Last updated on June 16, 2026. Based on 4 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in La Mesa, CA compared to State and National Averages

$2,321/week

La Mesa, CA

7% lower than the US average.

$1,854/week

California

33% lower than the US average.

$2,473/week

United States

How Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salaries in La Mesa Compare to Other Cities

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San Bernardino, California

$1,856/week

This is 66% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,076.

Torrance, California

$1,509/week

This is 104% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,076.

Modesto, California

$2,727/week

This is 13% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,076.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Los Angeles, California$2,408$3,290
La Mesa, California$2,321$2,430
South San Francisco, California$2,295$2,295
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Certified Surgical Technologist jobs in La Mesa?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Cross Country Nurses$2,430$2,430
Supplemental Health Care$2,212$2,212

Last updated on June 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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