Average Travel Surgical Technician Salary

$1,666/week

The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technician in La Mesa, CA is $1,666 per week. This is 49% lower than the US average of $2,475.

Last updated on June 14, 2026. Based on 11 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$1,666/week

La Mesa, CA

49% lower than the US average.

$2,475/week

United States

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

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San Bernardino, California

$1,993/week

This is 55% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,085.

Torrance, California

$1,492/week

This is 107% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,085.

San Francisco, California

$2,663/week

This is 16% lower than the La Mesa average of $3,085.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Surgical Technicians?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Berkeley, California$2,360$2,360
Los Angeles, California$1,678$1,850
San Luis Obispo, California$1,613$1,613

Last updated on June 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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