Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
Average Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$2,596/week
The average salary for a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in California is $2,596 per week. This is 17% higher than the US average of $2,165.
Last updated on February 11, 2026. Based on 8 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 90 days.
Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$2,596/week
California
17% higher than the US average.
$2,165/week
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses?
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, California | $3,008 | $3,008 |
| Bakersfield, California | $2,639 | $2,639 |
| Los Angeles, California | $2,476 | $2,918 |
| San Luis Obispo, California | $2,050 | $2,171 |
| Lodi, California | $1,993 | $2,750 |
How does the pay for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $2,115 | $2,385 |
| Arizona | $1,666 | $1,666 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse jobs in California?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| LanceSoft | $3,008 | $3,008 |
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. | $3,007 | $3,007 |
| Stability Healthcare | $2,918 | $2,918 |
| Host Healthcare | $2,674 | $2,902 |
| First Connect Health | $2,633 | $3,450 |
| Secure Nursing Service LLC | $2,525 | $2,525 |
| Trustaff | $2,477 | $2,477 |
| ProKatchers | $2,437 | $2,714 |
| Triage Staffing | $2,415 | $2,415 |
| Coast Medical Service | $2,367 | $2,367 |
Last updated on February 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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