Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Travel Certified Surgical Technologist Salary
$1,869/week
The average salary for a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Iowa is $1,869 per week. This is 2% lower than the US average of $1,904.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on 17 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$1,869/week
Iowa
2% lower than the US average.
$1,904/week
United States
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists?
Only Mason City, Iowa reports pay data for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists, averaging $2,477 per week. Mason City, Iowa also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,635. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists is $1,869 per week — Mason City, Iowa pays 32% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Mason City, Iowa | $2,477 | $2,635 |
How does the pay for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Travel Certified Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $2,072 per week, followed by Kansas ($1,989) and Illinois ($1,986). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,526. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists is $1,869 per week — Wisconsin pays 11% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $2,072 | $2,526 |
| Kansas | $1,989 | $2,309 |
| Illinois | $1,986 | $2,485 |
| Nebraska | $1,970 | $2,453 |
| Michigan | $1,813 | $2,400 |
| Missouri | $1,721 | $2,008 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Certified Surgical Technologist jobs in Iowa?
E-SolHealth pays Travel Certified Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $2,306 per week, followed by 3B Healthcare Inc. ($2,250) and NURSE's Etc. Staffing ($2,246). For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Certified Surgical Technologists is $1,869 per week — E-SolHealth pays 23% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| E-SolHealth | $2,306 | $2,306 |
| 3B Healthcare Inc. | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| NURSE's Etc. Staffing | $2,246 | $2,246 |
| LanceSoft | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| Trinity Health FirstChoice | $2,160 | $2,160 |
| Modern Healthcare Solutions | $2,146 | $2,146 |
| Genie Healthcare | $2,136 | $2,136 |
| LifePoint | $2,128 | $2,128 |
| FlexCare Allied | $2,118 | $2,118 |
| The Judge Group | $2,110 | $2,110 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Operating Room Surgical Technologist
- Sioux City, Iowa
- UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
- AHS Staffing and 3 others
UP TO $1,970/wk
Surgical Technologist
- Mason City, Iowa
- MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
- Host Healthcare and 3 others
UP TO $1,789/wk
Certified Surgical Technologist
- Mason City, IA
- Trinity Health FirstChoice
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,160/week
Travel Certified Surgical Technologist - Ortho/Spine/Robotics
- Davenport, IA
- Trinity Health FirstChoice
- 4x10 hrs, Days
$2,160/week
OR Tech Surgical Technologist
- Iowa City, IA
- Supplemental Health Care
- 3x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$1,991/week
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