Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary

$1,402/week

The average salary for a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in South Lake Tahoe, CA is $1,402 per week. This is 66% lower than the California average of $2,321.

Last updated on July 1, 2026. Based on 8 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in South Lake Tahoe, CA compared to State and National Averages

$1,402/week

South Lake Tahoe, CA

55% lower than the US average.

$2,321/week

California

6% higher than the US average.

$2,176/week

United States

How Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salaries in South Lake Tahoe Compare to Other Cities

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Marysville, California

$2,027/week

This is 30% higher than the South Lake Tahoe average of $1,409.

Lodi, California

$2,201/week

This is 36% higher than the South Lake Tahoe average of $1,409.

Palo Alto, California

$2,992/week

This is 53% higher than the South Lake Tahoe average of $1,409.

What cities in California pay the most for Travel Med Surg Nurses?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Oakland, California$3,045$3,045
Palo Alto, California$2,935$3,629
San Jose, California$2,894$3,130
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in South Lake Tahoe?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
TNAA TotalMed RN$1,402$1,402

Last updated on July 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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