Travel Therapist Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Therapist Salary
$2,347/week
The average salary for a Travel Therapist in California is $2,347 per week. This is 9% higher than the US average of $2,145.
Last updated on September 26, 2026. Based on 9,462 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$2,347/week
California
9% higher than the US average.
$2,145/week
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Therapists?
Clovis, California pays Travel Therapists the most, averaging $3,680 per week, followed by Ojai, California ($3,459) and Santa Ana, California ($3,444). Quincy, California has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,700. For comparison, the California average for Travel Therapists is $2,347 per week — Clovis, California pays 57% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Clovis, California | $3,680 | $3,680 |
| Ojai, California | $3,459 | $3,459 |
| Santa Ana, California | $3,444 | $3,444 |
| Stanford, California | $3,410 | $3,410 |
| Quincy, California | $3,347 | $3,700 |
| Simi Valley, California | $3,292 | $3,292 |
What type of Travel Therapists make the most money in California?
Psychologist earns the most among Travel Therapy specialties in California, averaging $5,163 per week, followed by Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist ($2,956) and Pediatric Physical Therapist ($2,720). Psychologist also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $5,674. For comparison, the California average for Travel Therapists is $2,347 per week — Psychologist earns 120% more.
| Specialty | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Psychologist | $5,163 | $5,674 |
| Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist | $2,956 | $3,859 |
| Pediatric Physical Therapist | $2,720 | $3,406 |
| Pediatric Occupational Therapist | $2,616 | $3,188 |
| Recreation/Recreational Therapist | $2,563 | $2,703 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $2,529 | $4,022 |
| Clinical Fellowship Year | $2,516 | $2,991 |
How does the pay for Travel Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
Idaho pays Travel Therapists the most, averaging $2,349 per week, followed by Nevada ($2,342) and Washington ($2,291). Arizona has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $4,800. For comparison, the California average for Travel Therapists is $2,347 per week, roughly in line with Idaho.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $2,349 | $3,160 |
| Nevada | $2,342 | $2,966 |
| Washington | $2,291 | $3,475 |
| Montana | $2,267 | $3,746 |
| Utah | $2,245 | $2,655 |
| Arizona | $2,238 | $4,800 |
| Michigan | $2,162 | $3,628 |
| Colorado | $2,150 | $3,396 |
| Oregon | $2,132 | $3,240 |
| Wyoming | $2,119 | $3,416 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Therapist jobs in California?
Health Advocates Network - Allied pays Travel Therapists the most, averaging $4,830 per week, followed by Secure Nursing Service LLC ($3,752) and Nightingale's List ($3,217). Nightingale's List has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $5,320. For comparison, the California average for Travel Therapists is $2,347 per week — Health Advocates Network - Allied pays 106% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network - Allied | $4,830 | $4,830 |
| Secure Nursing Service LLC | $3,752 | $3,799 |
| Nightingale's List | $3,217 | $5,320 |
| AB Staffing Solutions | $3,212 | $4,640 |
| TLC Nursing | $3,206 | $3,206 |
| Della Infotech Inc | $3,200 | $3,200 |
| MedSource LLC | $3,188 | $3,188 |
| Pioneer Healthcare Services | $3,185 | $3,559 |
| SambaTraveler | $3,141 | $3,141 |
| DayOne Staffing, Inc. | $3,122 | $3,322 |
Last updated on September 26, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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- Madera, California
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- Salinas, California
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- San Francisco, California
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