Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Des Moines, IA
Average Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary
$2,121/week
The average salary for a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Des Moines, IA is $2,121 per week. This is 17% lower than the US average of $2,472.
Last updated on April 2, 2026. Based on 14 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages
$2,121/week
Des Moines, IA
17% lower than the US average.
$2,472/week
United States
How Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
How Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
Overland Park, Kansas
$2,162/week
This is 17% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,527.
Madison, Wisconsin
$2,459/week
This is 3% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,527.
Mountain Home, Arkansas
$2,531/week
This is equal to the Des Moines average
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport, Iowa | $2,240 | $2,280 |
| Bettendorf, Iowa | $2,116 | $2,196 |
Last updated on April 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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