Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Santa Monica, CA

Average Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary

$2,327/week

The average salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Santa Monica, CA is $2,327 per week. This is 4% higher than the US average of $2,243.

Last updated on October 25, 2026. Based on 3,341 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$2,327/week

Santa Monica, CA

4% higher than the US average.

$2,243/week

United States

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

Search

Los Angeles, California

$2,656/week

This is 4% higher than the Santa Monica average of $2,558.

Torrance, California

$2,283/week

This is 12% lower than the Santa Monica average of $2,558.

Glendale, California

$2,421/week

This is 6% lower than the Santa Monica average of $2,558.

Average Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?

Santa Clara, California pays Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $2,947 per week, followed by South San Francisco, California ($2,941) and San Leandro, California ($2,921). San Jose, California has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,176. For comparison, the California average for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $2,327 per week — Santa Clara, California pays 27% more.

CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Santa Clara, California$2,947$3,122
South San Francisco, California$2,941$3,011
San Leandro, California$2,921$3,072
Stanford, California$2,834$3,101
Redwood City, California$2,812$3,129
San Jose, California$2,783$3,176

Last updated on October 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

A Nurse holding a file folder

Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Career Guide

Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.

Go to the guide
Was this page helpful?

Get alerts about new jobs and salary trends in Santa Monica, CA

Be the first to know about new jobs for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses with the salary that suits you.

Featured Blog Posts

Open article How to Find the Best Travel Nurse Housing in California
travel nurse housing in California
How to Find the Best Travel Nurse Housing in California
Taking a temp work assignment in the Golden State? Be house-hunting savvy with these tips.
Open article Top 5 Highest Paying Staff RN Locations in 2024
Travel nurse residency rules
Top 5 Highest Paying Staff RN Locations in 2024
Discover the locations with the highest earning potential for a nursing career in 2024.
Open article San Diego: Healthcare Employment Location Guide
San Diego: Healthcare Employment Location Guide
Discover the joys of nursing in sunny San Diego and tips on fun things to do while there.
See more Blog Posts