Average Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary

$2,248/week

The average salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Santa Cruz, CA is $2,248 per week. This is 8% lower than the California average of $2,433.

Last updated on January 11, 2026. Based on 24 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Santa Cruz, CA compared to State and National Averages

$2,248/week

Santa Cruz, CA

4% higher than the US average.

$2,433/week

California

11% higher than the US average.

$2,162/week

United States

How Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Santa Cruz Compare to Other Cities

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Burlingame, California

$3,108/week

This is 18% higher than the Santa Cruz average of $2,539.

Redlands, California

$2,227/week

This is 14% lower than the Santa Cruz average of $2,539.

Las Vegas, Nevada

$2,287/week

This is 11% lower than the Santa Cruz average of $2,539.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Burlingame, California$3,185$3,395
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Santa Cruz?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
American Traveler$2,377$2,377
Host Healthcare$2,316$2,316
Medical Solutions$2,247$2,247
Jackson Nurse Professionals$2,207$2,226

Last updated on January 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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