Travel Healthcare Jobs in California
Travel healthcare jobs in California pay a median of $2,445/wk (typically $2,159–$2,701) across 233 live contracts, updated October 9, 2026.
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Travel healthcare pay in California
Weekly pay distribution across 231 live California contracts:
- 10th$1,638
- 25th$2,159
- Median$2,445
- 75th$2,701
- 90th$3,009
That median is 17% above the $2,085/wk average across all travel healthcare contracts.
California pay by specialty
| Specialty | Typical weekly pay | Open jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist (PT) | $2,505–$2,637 | 33 |
| Emergency Room (ER) Nurse | $2,266–$2,385 | 19 |
| Occupational Therapist (OT) | $2,401–$2,528 | 16 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | $1,630–$1,716 | 16 |
| Labor & Delivery (L&D) Nurse | $2,645–$2,785 | 15 |
| Operating Room (OR) Nurse | $2,530–$2,663 | 15 |
| Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | $1,620–$1,706 | 13 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN / LVN) | $1,567–$1,650 | 7 |
| Surgical Technologist | $1,748–$1,840 | 6 |
| ICU (Intensive Care) Nurse | $2,551–$2,685 | 6 |
| Mammography Technologist | $2,976–$3,132 | 5 |
| Case Manager (RN) | $2,634–$2,772 | 5 |
| Telemetry Nurse | $2,202–$2,318 | 5 |
California travel pay FAQ
- How much do travel healthcare jobs in California pay?
- Travel healthcare jobs in California pay a median of $2,445/wk, with most between $2,159 and $2,701 (based on 231 live listings).
- Which specialties pay the most?
- Top-paying specialties: Mammography Technologist ($2,976–$3,132); Labor & Delivery (L&D) Nurse ($2,645–$2,785); Case Manager (RN) ($2,634–$2,772).
- How many travel healthcare jobs in California are open right now?
- 233 live travel healthcare jobs in California right now, updated continuously.
- Is the pay above average?
- At a $2,445/wk median, travel healthcare jobs in California pay about 17% above the $2,085/wk average across all travel healthcare contracts.
Pay compiled by Travel Healthcare from 233 live job listings as of October 9, 2026. Figures reflect advertised weekly pay (blended wages and stipends), not guaranteed or employer-verified pay. Specialties with fewer than 5 listings are omitted.