Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary

$2,025/week

The average salary for a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Santa Fe, NM is $2,025 per week. This is 5% lower than the New Mexico average of $2,131.

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on 41 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Santa Fe, NM compared to State and National Averages

$2,025/week

Santa Fe, NM

12% lower than the US average.

$2,131/week

New Mexico

6% lower than the US average.

$2,262/week

United States

How Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salaries in Santa Fe Compare to Other Cities

Search

Albuquerque, New Mexico

$2,300/week

This is 6% higher than the Santa Fe average of $2,162.

Pagosa Springs, Colorado

$2,239/week

This is 3% higher than the Santa Fe average of $2,162.

Farmington, New Mexico

$2,302/week

This is 6% higher than the Santa Fe average of $2,162.

Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in New Mexico pay the most for Travel Med Surg Nurses?

Rio Rancho, New Mexico pays Travel Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $2,606 per week, followed by Farmington, New Mexico ($2,251) and Albuquerque, New Mexico ($2,205). Farmington, New Mexico has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,450. For comparison, the Santa Fe, NM average for Travel Medical Surgical Nurses is $2,025 per week — Rio Rancho, New Mexico pays 29% more.

CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Rio Rancho, New Mexico$2,606$2,827
Farmington, New Mexico$2,251$3,450
Albuquerque, New Mexico$2,205$3,120
Santa Fe, New Mexico$2,025$2,341
Carlsbad, New Mexico$2,019$3,395
Los Alamos, New Mexico$1,979$2,427
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Santa Fe?

Med Ninjas pays Travel Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $2,319 per week, followed by Voca Healthcare ($2,272) and TalentBurst, Inc ($1,589). Med Ninjas also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,341. For comparison, the Santa Fe, NM average for Travel Medical Surgical Nurses is $2,025 per week — Med Ninjas pays 15% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Med Ninjas$2,319$2,341
Voca Healthcare$2,272$2,272
TalentBurst, Inc$1,589$1,589
LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing$1,544$1,544

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

A Nurse holding a file folder

Travel Medical Surgical 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 Fe, NM

Be the first to know about new jobs for Med Surg Nurses with the salary that suits you.

Featured Blog Posts

Open article The Highest-Paying Metro for Nurses in Every State (2026 Update)
Stacker story: highest-paying metros for nurses
The Highest-Paying Metro for Nurses in Every State (2026 Update)
Explore top areas in all 50 states where working in nursing pays more than other occupations.
Open article How Long it Takes to Get 7 Healthcare Degrees — And How Much They Pay
Degrees cover image
How Long it Takes to Get 7 Healthcare Degrees — And How Much They Pay
As job demand rises, see which roles pay best for the education they require.
Open article 5 Ways to Take Care of Yourself This World Mental Health Day
be kind to your mind world mental health day
5 Ways to Take Care of Yourself This World Mental Health Day
Check out these top ways to prioritize yourself today and everyday.
See more Blog Posts