Average Travel Emergency Department Nurse Salary

$2,736/week

The average salary for a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in West Des Moines, IA is $2,736 per week. This is 17% higher than the Iowa average of $2,266.

Last updated on August 13, 2026. Based on 2 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Emergency Department Nurse salaries in West Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages

$2,736/week

West Des Moines, IA

20% higher than the US average.

$2,266/week

Iowa

3% higher than the US average.

$2,188/week

United States

How Travel Emergency Department Nurse Salaries in West Des Moines Compare to Other Cities

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Des Moines, Iowa

$2,201/week

This is 4% higher than the West Des Moines average of $2,121.

Ottumwa, Iowa

$2,226/week

This is 5% higher than the West Des Moines average of $2,121.

Waterloo, Iowa

$2,110/week

This is equal to the West Des Moines average

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Emergency Department Nurses?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Fort Madison, Iowa$2,850$3,200
West Des Moines, Iowa$2,736$2,736
Dubuque, Iowa$2,654$3,238
Mason City, Iowa$2,556$2,556
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Emergency Department Nurse jobs in West Des Moines?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Trinity Health FirstChoice$2,736$2,736

Last updated on August 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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