Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary

$3,123/week

The average salary for a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in San Diego, CA is $3,123 per week. This is 26% higher than the California average of $2,304.

Last updated on February 11, 2026. Based on 4 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in San Diego, CA compared to State and National Averages

$3,123/week

San Diego, CA

31% higher than the US average.

$2,304/week

California

7% higher than the US average.

$2,153/week

United States

How Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salaries in San Diego Compare to Other Cities

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Bakersfield, California

$2,149/week

This is 39% lower than the San Diego average of $2,979.

Phoenix, Arizona

$2,178/week

This is 37% lower than the San Diego average of $2,979.

Tucson, Arizona

$1,874/week

This is 59% lower than the San Diego average of $2,979.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Med Surg Nurses?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Tustin, California$3,390$3,390
Visalia, California$3,157$3,157
San Diego, California$3,123$3,123
Vacaville, California$3,028$3,102
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in San Diego?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Medical Solutions$3,123$3,123

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

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