Average Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Salary

$1,979/week

The average salary for a Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist in California is $1,979 per week. This is 18% lower than the US average of $2,327.

Last updated on October 19, 2026. Based on 5 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages

$1,979/week

California

18% lower than the US average.

$2,327/week

United States

How does the pay for Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapists in California compare to nearby states?

Colorado pays Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $2,633 per week, followed by Nevada ($2,457) and Washington ($2,411). Michigan has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,800. For comparison, the California average for Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapists is $1,979 per week — Colorado pays 33% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Colorado$2,633$3,693
Nevada$2,457$2,470
Washington$2,411$2,900
Michigan$2,380$3,800
Oregon$2,271$2,503
Idaho$2,203$2,203
Arizona$1,962$1,962
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist jobs in California?

TotalMed Allied pays Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $2,168 per week, followed by Prime Staffing ($1,991) and Trustaff Allied ($1,970). For comparison, the California average for Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapists is $1,979 per week — TotalMed Allied pays 10% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
TotalMed Allied$2,168$2,168
Prime Staffing$1,991$1,991
Trustaff Allied$1,970$1,970
HonorVet Technologies$1,944$1,944
Triage Staffing$1,910$1,910
AMN Healthcare Allied$1,884$1,884

Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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