Travel Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Travel Surgical Technologist Salary
$2,052/week
The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technologist in Iowa is $2,052 per week. This is 7% higher than the US average of $1,918.
Last updated on October 22, 2026. Based on 31 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Surgical Technologist salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$2,052/week
Iowa
7% higher than the US average.
$1,918/week
United States
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Surgical Technologists?
Fairfield, Iowa pays Travel Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $2,178 per week, followed by Sioux City, Iowa ($2,088) and Davenport, Iowa ($1,843). Fairfield, Iowa also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,367. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Surgical Technologists is $2,052 per week — Fairfield, Iowa pays 6% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield, Iowa | $2,178 | $2,367 |
| Sioux City, Iowa | $2,088 | $2,147 |
| Davenport, Iowa | $1,843 | $1,945 |
| Mason City, Iowa | $1,623 | $1,926 |
How does the pay for Travel Surgical Technologists in Iowa compare to nearby states?
South Dakota pays Travel Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $2,307 per week, followed by Minnesota ($2,006) and Illinois ($1,995). Minnesota has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,240. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Surgical Technologists is $2,052 per week — South Dakota pays 12% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $2,307 | $2,307 |
| Minnesota | $2,006 | $3,240 |
| Illinois | $1,995 | $2,400 |
| Wisconsin | $1,973 | $2,360 |
| Nebraska | $1,936 | $2,306 |
| Kansas | $1,891 | $2,103 |
| Michigan | $1,820 | $2,633 |
| Missouri | $1,813 | $2,420 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Surgical Technologist jobs in Iowa?
ISC Healthcare pays Travel Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $2,367 per week, followed by ProKatchers ($2,350) and Wellspring Nurse Source ($2,347). For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Surgical Technologists is $2,052 per week — ISC Healthcare pays 15% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| ISC Healthcare | $2,367 | $2,367 |
| ProKatchers | $2,350 | $2,350 |
| Wellspring Nurse Source | $2,347 | $2,347 |
| LanceSoft | $2,300 | $2,300 |
| American Consultants | $2,287 | $2,287 |
| Assured Nursing | $2,257 | $2,257 |
| Slate Healthcare | $2,235 | $2,235 |
| PRIDE Health | $2,226 | $2,301 |
| 3B Healthcare Inc. | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| Supplemental Health Care | $2,200 | $2,200 |
Last updated on October 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Surgical Technologist
- Fairfield, Iowa
- Jefferson County Hospital
- Host Healthcare and 8 others
UP TO $2,367/wk
Operating Room Surgical Technologist
- Sioux City, Iowa
- UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
- Uniti Med and 2 others
UP TO $2,200/wk
Surgical Technologist
- Fairfield, IA
- ISC Healthcare
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,367/week
Travel Surgical Technologist
- Fairfield, IA
- ProKatchers
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,350/week
Travel Surgical Technologist
- Fairfield, IA
- Wellspring Nurse Source
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,307/week
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