Average Travel Nurse Salary

$2,971/week

The average salary for a Travel Nurse in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,971 per week. This is 15% higher than the California average of $2,522.

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

Travel Nurse salaries in Costa Mesa, CA compared to State and National Averages

$2,971/week

Costa Mesa, CA

27% higher than the US average.

$2,522/week

California

14% higher than the US average.

$2,167/week

United States

How Travel Nurse Salaries in Costa Mesa Compare to Other Cities

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Fullerton, California

$2,637/week

This is 13% lower than the Costa Mesa average of $2,971.

Los Angeles, California

$2,554/week

This is 16% lower than the Costa Mesa average of $2,971.

San Diego, California

$2,374/week

This is 25% lower than the Costa Mesa average of $2,971.

What type of Travel Nurses make the most money in Costa Mesa?
SpecialtyAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Wound Care$3,074$3,074
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Nurse jobs in Costa Mesa?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
LanceSoft$3,100$3,100
Voca Healthcare$3,055$3,055
Host Healthcare$2,902$2,902
Stability Healthcare$2,880$3,074

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

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