Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$1,426/week
The average salary for a Travel Licensed Practical Nurse in Iowa is $1,426 per week. This is 6% lower than the US average of $1,509.
Last updated on October 9, 2026. Based on 97 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$1,426/week
Iowa
6% lower than the US average.
$1,509/week
United States
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel LPN / LVN Nurses?
Only Ankeny, Iowa reports pay data for Travel Licensed Practical Nurses, averaging $1,590 per week. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Licensed Practical Nurses is $1,426 per week — Ankeny, Iowa pays 12% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Ankeny, Iowa | $1,590 | $1,590 |
What type of Travel LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Iowa?
Skilled Nursing earns the most among Travel Nursing specialties in Iowa, averaging $1,486 per week, followed by LPN / LVN ($1,412). LPN / LVN has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,138. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Licensed Practical Nurses is $1,426 per week — Skilled Nursing earns 4% more.
| Specialty | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $1,486 | $1,691 |
| LPN / LVN | $1,412 | $2,138 |
How does the pay for Travel LPN / LVN Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
South Dakota pays Travel Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $1,644 per week, followed by Nebraska ($1,614) and Kansas ($1,573). Minnesota has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,401. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Licensed Practical Nurses is $1,426 per week — South Dakota pays 15% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $1,644 | $2,164 |
| Nebraska | $1,614 | $2,145 |
| Kansas | $1,573 | $2,028 |
| Wisconsin | $1,567 | $2,157 |
| Michigan | $1,533 | $1,976 |
| Minnesota | $1,515 | $2,401 |
| Missouri | $1,498 | $1,950 |
| Illinois | $1,414 | $1,865 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Iowa?
Blu Medstaff pays Travel Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $2,138 per week, followed by Healthcare Support ($2,001) and Vibra Travels ($1,814). For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Licensed Practical Nurses is $1,426 per week — Blu Medstaff pays 50% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Blu Medstaff | $2,138 | $2,138 |
| Healthcare Support | $2,001 | $2,001 |
| Vibra Travels | $1,814 | $1,819 |
| OneStaff Medical | $1,691 | $1,691 |
| Medlivo | $1,677 | $1,677 |
| GLC On-The-Go | $1,641 | $1,641 |
| Care Career | $1,624 | $1,624 |
| Trinity Staffing Group | $1,585 | $1,585 |
| Slate Healthcare | $1,585 | $1,585 |
| Genie Healthcare | $1,568 | $1,568 |
Last updated on October 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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LPN/LVN - Rehab
- Clive, Iowa
- MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital
- Uniti Med and 4 others
UP TO $1,825/wk
Travel LPN / LVN
- Clive, Iowa
- MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital
- Uniti Med and 5 others
UP TO $1,819/wk
LPN/LVN Rehab
- Clive, Iowa
- MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital
- Uniti Med and 4 others
UP TO $1,812/wk
LPN/LVN Rehab
- Clive, Iowa
- MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital
- Uniti Med and 2 others
UP TO $1,441/wk
LTC/SNF LPN
- Elk Horn, Iowa
- Salem Lutheran Homes & Rehab Center
- Triage Staffing and 1 other
UP TO $1,226/wk
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