Travel Nursing in Fairfield, CA

3 openings from $2,152–$2,851/week in Fairfield, CA — Med-Surg, L&D. Pay by specialty, what it costs to live there, and 5 furnished places to stay.

3 openings from $2,152–$2,851/week right now.

Housing in Fairfield

5 furnished rentals available for travel nurses.

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Cost of living in Fairfield

Prices in Vallejo, CA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) run 8% higher overall.

CategoryIndexvs national
Overall108.58% higher
Housing142.042% higher
Utilities155.055% higher
Groceries and goods105.25% higher
Services100.3at the national average

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024, where 100 is the national average.

Rent in Fairfield

UnitMonthlyMeasure
Studio$1,875HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included
One bedroom$2,065HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included
Two bedroom$2,635HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included
Three bedroom$3,530HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included
Typical asking rent, all sizes$2,492Zillow Observed Rent Index 2025

The federal ceiling on tax-free lodging reimbursement in Fairfield is $113 per night, plus up to $68 a day for meals (GSA, FY2027). GSA names roughly 300 higher-cost destinations individually; Fairfield is not one, so the national standard rate applies. That is a maximum, not what agencies pay. Look up the exact rate for any ZIP code.

Licensing

California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so you need a California license to work here even if you hold a multistate license. Check your license with the compact checker.

Pay in CA

Average weekly package (base + stipends): $2,771 based on 3 reports.

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Open assignments in Fairfield