Average Travel Surgical Technologist Salary

$1,723/week

The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technologist in West Des Moines, IA is $1,723 per week. This is 18% lower than the Iowa average of $2,037.

Last updated on June 25, 2026. Based on 6 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Surgical Technologist salaries in West Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages

$1,723/week

West Des Moines, IA

43% lower than the US average.

$2,037/week

Iowa

21% lower than the US average.

$2,460/week

United States

How Travel Surgical Technologist Salaries in West Des Moines Compare to Other Cities

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Davenport, Iowa

$2,292/week

This is 24% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,737.

Peoria, Illinois

$2,898/week

This is 40% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,737.

Madison, Wisconsin

$2,554/week

This is 32% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,737.

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Surgical Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Davenport, Iowa$2,132$2,209
Atlantic, Iowa$2,068$2,226
West Des Moines, Iowa$1,723$1,807
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Surgical Technologist jobs in West Des Moines?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Trustaff Allied$1,807$1,807
Cross Country Nurses$1,695$1,695
Focus Staff$1,666$1,666

Last updated on June 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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