Average Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary

$2,487/week

The average salary for a Travel Mental Health Nurse in California is $2,487 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,138.

Last updated on July 6, 2026. Based on 10 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Mental Health Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$2,487/week

California

14% higher than the US average.

$2,138/week

United States

How does the pay for Travel Mental Health Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Arizona$2,392$2,638
Washington$2,154$2,274
Utah$1,999$2,125
Colorado$1,985$3,384
Michigan$1,959$2,259
Nevada$1,848$1,875
Oregon$1,756$2,090
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Mental Health Nurse jobs in California?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Cross Country Nurses$3,055$3,055
Medlivo$2,840$2,840
First Connect Health$2,721$2,722
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.$2,679$2,751
Nightingale Nurses$2,632$2,632
Genie Healthcare$2,562$2,562
MedPro Healthcare Staffing$2,561$2,561
Stability Healthcare$2,528$2,528
Host Healthcare$2,528$2,528
HCS 247$2,506$2,506

Last updated on July 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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