Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$3,099/week
The average salary for a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in California is $3,099 per week. This is 20% higher than the US average of $2,490.
Last updated on October 12, 2026. Based on 288 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages
$3,099/week
California
20% higher than the US average.
$2,490/week
United States
Average Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses?
Santa Clara, California pays Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $3,501 per week, followed by Roseville, California ($3,477) and Downey, California ($3,391). Santa Clara, California also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,912. For comparison, the California average for Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses is $3,099 per week — Santa Clara, California pays 13% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara, California | $3,501 | $3,912 |
| Roseville, California | $3,477 | $3,672 |
| Downey, California | $3,391 | $3,780 |
| Madera, California | $3,225 | $3,647 |
| Loma Linda, California | $3,027 | $3,345 |
| Oakland, California | $3,018 | $3,856 |
| Palo Alto, California | $3,001 | $3,152 |
| Walnut Creek, California | $2,912 | $2,912 |
| Bakersfield, California | $2,812 | $3,083 |
How does the pay for Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Arizona pays Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $2,562 per week, followed by Oregon ($2,553) and Colorado ($2,365). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,663. For comparison, the California average for Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses is $3,099 per week — Arizona pays 17% less.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $2,562 | $3,056 |
| Oregon | $2,553 | $2,784 |
| Colorado | $2,365 | $3,090 |
| Idaho | $2,359 | $2,563 |
| Montana | $2,282 | $2,700 |
| Texas | $1,957 | $3,663 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse jobs in California?
Compunnel Healthcare pays Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $3,912 per week, followed by Secure Nursing Service LLC ($3,818) and OneStaff Medical ($3,770). For comparison, the California average for Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurses is $3,099 per week — Compunnel Healthcare pays 26% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Compunnel Healthcare | $3,912 | $3,912 |
| Secure Nursing Service LLC | $3,818 | $3,856 |
| OneStaff Medical | $3,770 | $3,770 |
| LanceSoft | $3,681 | $3,800 |
| Medlivo | $3,562 | $3,708 |
| Synergy Medical Staffing | $3,473 | $3,493 |
| Pulse Healthcare Services | $3,465 | $3,465 |
| Health Advocates Network - Nursing | $3,463 | $3,542 |
| Soliant Health | $3,459 | $3,459 |
| Solomon Page | $3,452 | $3,694 |
Last updated on October 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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