Travel Therapist Salary Guide: California
Average Travel Therapist Salary
Average Travel Therapist Salary
$2,313/week
The average salary for a Travel Therapist in California is $2,313 per week. This is 7% higher than the US average of $2,143.
Last updated on May 14, 2026. Based on 7,734 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages
Travel Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$2,313/week
California
7% higher than the US average.
$2,143/week
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Therapists?
What cities in California pay the most for Travel Therapists?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Quincy, California | $3,312 | $3,726 |
| Alturas, California | $3,229 | $3,666 |
What type of Travel Therapists make the most money in California?
What type of Travel Therapists make the most money in California?
| Specialty | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Psychologist | $4,182 | $4,640 |
| Pediatric Physical Therapist | $2,906 | $3,000 |
| Mental Health | $2,560 | $3,606 |
| Physical Therapist | $2,456 | $3,792 |
| Occupational Therapist | $2,445 | $3,891 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $2,413 | $3,891 |
| Pediatric Occupational Therapist | $2,406 | $3,566 |
| Recreation/Recreational Therapist | $2,403 | $2,687 |
| Rehabilitation Therapist | $2,071 | $2,854 |
How does the pay for Travel Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Therapist jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Therapist jobs in California?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| AB Staffing Solutions | $4,320 | $4,640 |
| Meda Health | $3,566 | $3,566 |
| Integrated Healthcare Services | $3,552 | $3,552 |
| Express Healthcare Staffing Travel | $3,360 | $3,360 |
| Tripod Partners USA | $3,178 | $3,178 |
| SambaTraveler | $3,170 | $3,170 |
| Kahu Malama Nurses | $3,100 | $3,100 |
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. | $3,076 | $3,076 |
| Talent4Health | $3,051 | $3,637 |
| Secure Nursing Service LLC | $2,990 | $3,039 |
Last updated on May 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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