Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Richmond, CA

Average Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary

$1,769/week

The average salary for a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Richmond, CA is $1,769 per week. This is 43% lower than the US average of $2,532.

Last updated on October 25, 2026. Based on 222 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$1,769/week

Richmond, CA

43% lower than the US average.

$2,532/week

United States

How Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salaries in Richmond Compare to Other Cities

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San Francisco, California

$3,133/week

This is 30% higher than the Richmond average of $2,200.

Redding, California

$2,549/week

This is 14% higher than the Richmond average of $2,200.

San Luis Obispo, California

$2,167/week

This is 2% lower than the Richmond average of $2,200.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists?

Castro Valley, California pays Travel Certified Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $2,470 per week, followed by Chula Vista, California ($2,403) and Oakland, California ($2,185). Chula Vista, California has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,477. For comparison, the California average for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists is $1,769 per week — Castro Valley, California pays 40% more.

CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Castro Valley, California$2,470$2,470
Chula Vista, California$2,403$2,477
Oakland, California$2,185$2,314

Last updated on October 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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