Average Travel Nurse Salary

$3,155/week

The average salary for a Travel Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $3,155 per week. This is 29% higher than the US average of $2,248.

Last updated on November 1, 2026. Based on 5 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$3,155/week

Des Moines, IA

29% higher than the US average.

$2,248/week

United States

How Travel Nurse Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities

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Pella, Iowa

$2,562/week

This is 7% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,375.

Ottumwa, Iowa

$2,132/week

This is 11% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,375.

Atlantic, Iowa

$2,859/week

This is 17% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,375.

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