Travel Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: San Diego, CA

Average Travel Surgical Technologist Salary

$1,894/week

The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technologist in San Diego, CA is $1,894 per week. This is 11% higher than the California average of $1,681.

Last updated on December 26, 2025. Based on 10 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Surgical Technologist salaries in San Diego, CA compared to State and National Averages

$1,894/week

San Diego, CA

30% lower than the US average.

$1,681/week

California

47% lower than the US average.

$2,468/week

United States

How Travel Surgical Technologist Salaries in San Diego Compare to Other Cities

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Torrance, California

$1,572/week

This is 103% lower than the San Diego average of $3,187.

Mammoth Lakes, California

$1,689/week

This is 89% lower than the San Diego average of $3,187.

Santa Rosa, California

$2,411/week

This is 32% lower than the San Diego average of $3,187.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Surgical Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Berkeley, California$2,584$2,584
Montebello, California$2,090$2,223

Last updated on December 26, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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