Travel Surgical Technician Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Surgical Technician Salary
Average Travel Surgical Technician Salary
$1,888/week
The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technician in California is $1,888 per week. This is 4% lower than the US average of $1,967.
Last updated on April 5, 2026. Based on 20 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Surgical Technician salaries in California compared to National Averages
Travel Surgical Technician salaries in California compared to National Averages
$1,888/week
California
4% lower than the US average.
$1,967/week
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Surgical Technicians?
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Surgical Technicians?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Chula Vista, California | $2,447 | $2,447 |
| Berkeley, California | $2,167 | $2,167 |
| Castro Valley, California | $2,110 | $2,110 |
| Lodi, California | $2,094 | $2,120 |
How does the pay for Travel Surgical Technicians in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Surgical Technicians in California compare to nearby states?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $2,360 | $2,909 |
| Arizona | $2,296 | $2,296 |
| Washington | $2,127 | $2,404 |
| Montana | $2,011 | $2,295 |
| Colorado | $1,986 | $2,300 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Surgical Technician jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Surgical Technician jobs in California?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied | $2,455 | $2,482 |
| LanceSoft | $2,094 | $2,120 |
| Talent4Health | $2,068 | $2,068 |
| 3B Healthcare Inc. | $2,030 | $2,030 |
| GTT Healthcare Staffing Solutions | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| First Connect Health | $1,779 | $1,779 |
| Host Healthcare | $1,738 | $2,167 |
| Anders Group | $1,622 | $1,622 |
| Uniti Med | $1,614 | $1,614 |
| Epic Travel Staffing Allied | $1,611 | $1,611 |
Last updated on April 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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- French Camp, CA
- Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
- 5x8 hrs, Evenings
$2,482/week
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- Lodi, CA
- LanceSoft
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,120/week
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