Travel Surgical Technician Salary Guide: West Des Moines, IA
Average Travel Surgical Technician Salary
$1,723/week
The average salary for a Travel Surgical Technician in West Des Moines, IA is $1,723 per week. This is 16% lower than the Iowa average of $1,991.
Last updated on June 25, 2026. Based on 1 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Surgical Technician 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.
$1,991/week
Iowa
24% lower than the US average.
$2,460/week
United States
How Travel Surgical Technician Salaries in West Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
How Travel Surgical Technician Salaries in West Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
Davenport, Iowa
$2,292/week
This is 24% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,737.
Kearney, Nebraska
$2,437/week
This is 29% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,737.
Urbana, Illinois
$2,599/week
This is 33% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,737.
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Surgical Technicians?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport, Iowa | $2,058 | $2,420 |
| West Des Moines, Iowa | $1,723 | $1,723 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Surgical Technician jobs in West Des Moines?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Host Healthcare | $1,723 | $1,723 |
Last updated on June 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Travel Surgical Technician Career Guide
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Certified Surgical Technologist, Labor & Delivery
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- Methodist West Hospital
- PRIDE Health and 6 others
UP TO $1,830/wk
Certified Surgical Technologist, Labor & Delivery
- West Des Moines, IA
- Travel Nurses, Inc.
- 5x8 hrs
$1,905/week
Certified Surgical Technologist, Labor & Delivery
- West Des Moines, IA
- PRIDE Health
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$1,866/week
Certified Surgical Technologist, Labor & Delivery
- West Des Moines, IA
- PRIDE Health
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$1,850/week
Certified Surgical Technologist, Labor & Delivery
- West Des Moines, IA
- PRIDE Health
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$1,830/week
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