Travel Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Ames, IA

Average Travel Long Term Care Nurse Salary

$1,989/week

The average salary for a Travel Long Term Care Nurse in Ames, IA is $1,989 per week. This is 7% higher than the Iowa average of $1,847.

Last updated on May 20, 2026. Based on 3 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Ames, IA compared to State and National Averages

$1,989/week

Ames, IA

9% lower than the US average.

$1,847/week

Iowa

17% lower than the US average.

$2,168/week

United States

How Travel Long Term Care Nurse Salaries in Ames Compare to Other Cities

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Des Moines, Iowa

$2,192/week

This is 7% higher than the Ames average of $2,033.

Waterloo, Iowa

$2,327/week

This is 13% higher than the Ames average of $2,033.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

$2,180/week

This is 7% higher than the Ames average of $2,033.

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Long Term Care Nurses?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Mount Pleasant, Iowa$2,257$2,453
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Long Term Care Nurse jobs in Ames?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
GrapeTree Medical Staffing$1,989$1,989
Assured Nursing$1,966$1,966
TRS Healthcare$1,826$1,826

Last updated on May 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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