Travel Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Council Bluffs, IA

Average Travel Surgical Technologist Salary

$1,989/week

The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technologist in Council Bluffs, IA is $1,989 per week. This is 23% lower than the US average of $2,450.

Last updated on June 1, 2026. Based on 45 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Surgical Technologist salaries in Council Bluffs, IA compared to State and National Averages

$1,989/week

Council Bluffs, IA

23% lower than the US average.

$2,450/week

United States

How Travel Surgical Technologist Salaries in Council Bluffs Compare to Other Cities

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Lincoln, Nebraska

$2,619/week

This is 29% higher than the Council Bluffs average of $1,870.

Kansas City, Kansas

$2,594/week

This is 28% higher than the Council Bluffs average of $1,870.

Kearney, Nebraska

$2,261/week

This is 17% higher than the Council Bluffs average of $1,870.

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Surgical Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Atlantic, Iowa$2,032$2,174
Davenport, Iowa$2,019$2,126

Last updated on June 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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