Average Travel Surgical Technologist Salary

$2,321/week

The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technologist in La Mesa, CA is $2,321 per week. This is 24% higher than the California average of $1,772.

Last updated on June 13, 2026. Based on 4 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$2,321/week

La Mesa, CA

6% lower than the US average.

$1,772/week

California

39% lower than the US average.

$2,471/week

United States

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

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San Diego, California

$2,743/week

This is 13% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,103.

San Bernardino, California

$1,993/week

This is 56% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,103.

Torrance, California

$1,492/week

This is 108% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,103.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Surgical Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Berkeley, California$2,393$2,426
La Mesa, California$2,321$2,430
South San Francisco, California$2,295$2,295
Los Angeles, California$2,283$3,290
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel 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 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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