Travel Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Des Moines, IA

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Average Travel Long Term Care Nurse Salary

$1,497/week

The average salary for a Travel Long Term Care Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $1,497 per week. This is 30% lower than the Iowa average of $1,939.

Last updated on March 29, 2026. Based on 9 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$1,497/week

Des Moines, IA

44% lower than the US average.

$1,939/week

Iowa

11% lower than the US average.

$2,152/week

United States

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

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West Burlington, Iowa

$2,307/week

This is 4% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,215.

Rochester, Minnesota

$2,457/week

This is 10% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,215.

Madison, Wisconsin

$2,344/week

This is 5% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,215.

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Long Term Care Nurses?

City	Average Weekly Salary	Max Weekly Salary
Mount Pleasant, Iowa	$2,255	$2,534
West Burlington, Iowa	$2,247	$2,534

What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Long Term Care Nurse jobs in Des Moines?

	Average Weekly Salary	Max Weekly Salary
ND Global Consulting Services	$2,196	$2,232
GrapeTree Medical Staffing	$1,834	$1,834
Alliance Medical Staffing	$1,700	$1,700
Assured Nursing	$1,594	$1,594
TRS Healthcare	$1,499	$1,499
PRN Healthcare	$1,397	$1,397

Last updated on March 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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