Travel Surgical Technician Salary Guide: La Jolla, CA
Average Travel Surgical Technician Salary
$1,728/week
The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technician in La Jolla, CA is $1,728 per week. This is 8% lower than the California average of $1,864.
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Based on 1 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Surgical Technician salaries in La Jolla, CA compared to State and National Averages
$1,728/week
La Jolla, CA
46% lower than the US average.
$1,864/week
California
35% lower than the US average.
$2,523/week
United States
How Travel Surgical Technician Salaries in San Diego Compare to Other Cities
How Travel Surgical Technician Salaries in San Diego Compare to Other Cities
San Diego, California
$2,418/week
This is equal to the San Diego average
San Luis Obispo, California
$2,868/week
This is 16% higher than the San Diego average of $2,418.
Santa Rosa, California
$2,954/week
This is 18% higher than the San Diego average of $2,418.
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Surgical Technicians?
Redwood City, California pays Travel Surgical Technicians the most, averaging $2,500 per week, followed by Oakland, California ($2,435) and San Francisco, California ($2,213). For comparison, the La Jolla, CA average for Travel Surgical Technicians is $1,728 per week — Redwood City, California pays 45% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood City, California | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Oakland, California | $2,435 | $2,435 |
| San Francisco, California | $2,213 | $2,213 |
| Fremont, California | $2,180 | $2,180 |
| Palo Alto, California | $2,110 | $2,500 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Surgical Technician jobs in San Diego?
Cross Country Nurses pays Travel Surgical Technicians the most, averaging $1,750 per week, followed by Host Healthcare ($1,728). For comparison, the La Jolla, CA average for Travel Surgical Technicians is $1,728 per week — Cross Country Nurses pays 1% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Country Nurses | $1,750 | $1,750 |
| Host Healthcare | $1,728 | $1,728 |
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Travel Surgical Technician Career Guide
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Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech
- La Jolla, California
- Scripps Green Hospital
- Triage Staffing
UP TO $1,924/wk
Estimated pay packageScrub Tech
- San Diego, CA
- Integrated Healthcare Services
- 3x12 hrs
$2,024/week
Estimated pay packageScrub Tech
- San Diego, CA
- Integrated Healthcare Services
- 3x12 hrs, Days
$2,024/week
Estimated pay packageCertified OR Tech / Surgical Tech
- La Jolla, CA
- Triage Staffing
- 3x12 hrs, Days
$1,924/week
Estimated pay packageSurgical Technician
- San Diego, CA
- Host Healthcare
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$1,728/week
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