Average Travel Surgical Technologist Salary

$1,815/week

The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technologist in Fort Madison, IA is $1,815 per week. This is 10% lower than the Iowa average of $1,988.

Last updated on November 10, 2026. Based on 4 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Surgical Technologist salaries in Fort Madison, IA compared to State and National Averages

$1,815/week

Fort Madison, IA

40% lower than the US average.

$1,988/week

Iowa

27% lower than the US average.

$2,533/week

United States

How Travel Surgical Technologist Salaries in Fort Madison Compare to Other Cities

Search

Normal, Illinois

$2,330/week

This is 19% higher than the Fort Madison average of $1,884.

Urbana, Illinois

$2,412/week

This is 22% higher than the Fort Madison average of $1,884.

Madison, Wisconsin

$2,688/week

This is 30% higher than the Fort Madison average of $1,884.

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Surgical Technologists?

Fairfield, Iowa pays Travel Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $2,135 per week, followed by Cedar Rapids, Iowa ($1,940) and Fort Madison, Iowa ($1,815). Fairfield, Iowa also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,367. For comparison, the Fort Madison, IA average for Travel Surgical Technologists is $1,815 per week — Fairfield, Iowa pays 18% more.

CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Fairfield, Iowa$2,135$2,367
Cedar Rapids, Iowa$1,940$2,067
Fort Madison, Iowa$1,815$1,922
Mason City, Iowa$1,801$1,956
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Surgical Technologist jobs in Fort Madison?

Trustaff Allied pays Travel Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $1,922 per week, followed by Slate Healthcare ($1,892) and Triage Staffing ($1,844). For comparison, the Fort Madison, IA average for Travel Surgical Technologists is $1,815 per week — Trustaff Allied pays 6% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Trustaff Allied$1,922$1,922
Slate Healthcare$1,892$1,892
Triage Staffing$1,844$1,844
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing$1,707$1,707

Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

A Nurse holding a file folder

Travel Surgical Technologist Career Guide

Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.

Go to the guide
Was this page helpful?

Get alerts about new jobs and salary trends in Fort Madison, IA

Be the first to know about new jobs for Surgical Technologists with the salary that suits you.

Featured Blog Posts

Open article Highest-Paid Surgical Technology Specialties in 2025
Surgical technology professionals
Highest-Paid Surgical Technology Specialties in 2025
Elevate your healthcare career and financial outlook with the thrill of working in the OR.
Open article Surgical Technician vs. Surgical Technologist: What’s the Difference?
Surgical Technician vs. Surgical Technologist
Surgical Technician vs. Surgical Technologist: What’s the Difference?
Explore these two roles with important OR duties. Learn which career path is right for you.
Open article Where Do Certified Surgical Technologists Make the Most Money?
Operating room nurses, OR techs, Physician assistant and surgeon
Where Do Certified Surgical Technologists Make the Most Money?
Discover factors that impact salary and top-paying states for staff and travel positions.
See more Blog Posts