Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary
$2,244/week
The average salary for a Travel Mental Health Nurse in California is $2,244 per week. This is 4% higher than the US average of $2,164.
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Based on 5 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Mental Health Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$2,244/week
California
4% higher than the US average.
$2,164/week
United States
How does the pay for Travel Mental Health Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Montana pays Travel Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $2,576 per week, followed by Oregon ($2,332) and Colorado ($2,210). Montana also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,486. For comparison, the California average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $2,244 per week — Montana pays 15% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | $2,576 | $3,486 |
| Oregon | $2,332 | $2,470 |
| Colorado | $2,210 | $3,384 |
| Michigan | $2,149 | $2,149 |
| Washington | $2,133 | $2,938 |
| Nevada | $2,075 | $2,200 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Mental Health Nurse jobs in California?
Care Career pays Travel Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $4,434 per week, followed by LanceSoft ($3,100) and HCS 247 ($3,028). For comparison, the California average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $2,244 per week — Care Career pays 98% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Care Career | $4,434 | $4,434 |
| LanceSoft | $3,100 | $3,100 |
| HCS 247 | $3,028 | $3,028 |
| Solomon Page | $2,984 | $2,984 |
| Meda Health | $2,617 | $2,617 |
| AMN Healthcare Nursing | $2,612 | $3,298 |
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. | $2,606 | $2,606 |
| Coast Medical Service | $2,279 | $2,306 |
| GQR Healthcare | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| Genie Healthcare | $2,135 | $2,135 |
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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