Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$2,725/week
The average salary for a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in California is $2,725 per week. This is 15% higher than the US average of $2,308.
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Based on 726 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$2,725/week
California
15% higher than the US average.
$2,308/week
United States
Average Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses?
San Leandro, California pays Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $3,335 per week, followed by Santa Clara, California ($3,327) and Roseville, California ($3,325). Roseville, California has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,864. For comparison, the California average for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses is $2,725 per week — San Leandro, California pays 22% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| San Leandro, California | $3,335 | $3,750 |
| Santa Clara, California | $3,327 | $3,421 |
| Roseville, California | $3,325 | $3,864 |
| Vallejo, California | $3,307 | $3,718 |
| Vacaville, California | $3,269 | $3,442 |
| Downey, California | $3,216 | $3,400 |
| Walnut Creek, California | $3,197 | $3,251 |
| Loma Linda, California | $3,092 | $3,570 |
How does the pay for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Nevada pays Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $2,533 per week, followed by Idaho ($2,472) and Montana ($2,467). Montana has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,751. For comparison, the California average for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses is $2,725 per week — Nevada pays 7% less.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $2,533 | $3,023 |
| Idaho | $2,472 | $2,844 |
| Montana | $2,467 | $3,751 |
| Oregon | $2,414 | $3,215 |
| Arizona | $2,319 | $2,783 |
| New Mexico | $2,196 | $2,601 |
| Colorado | $2,115 | $3,186 |
| Texas | $2,110 | $3,680 |
| Utah | $1,909 | $2,246 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse jobs in California?
Continuum pays Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $7,700 per week, followed by Compunnel Healthcare ($3,864) and Registry Network Inc. ($3,570). For comparison, the California average for Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses is $2,725 per week — Continuum pays 183% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Continuum | $7,700 | $7,700 |
| Compunnel Healthcare | $3,864 | $3,864 |
| Registry Network Inc. | $3,570 | $3,570 |
| Titan Nurse Staffing | $3,462 | $3,462 |
| LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing | $3,462 | $3,462 |
| Prime Time Healthcare Nursing | $3,388 | $3,388 |
| Synergy Medical Staffing | $3,346 | $3,388 |
| Olaro-Allied | $3,332 | $3,332 |
| OneStaff Medical | $3,324 | $3,421 |
| Pulse Healthcare Services | $3,272 | $3,272 |
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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