Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Des Moines, IA
Average Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary
$2,006/week
The average salary for a Travel Mental Health Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $2,006 per week. This is 2% lower than the Iowa average of $2,050.
Last updated on August 15, 2026. Based on 3 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Mental Health Nurse salaries in Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages
$2,006/week
Des Moines, IA
9% lower than the US average.
$2,050/week
Iowa
7% lower than the US average.
$2,188/week
United States
How Travel Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
How Travel Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
Iowa City, Iowa
$2,367/week
This is 7% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,205.
West Burlington, Iowa
$2,289/week
This is 4% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,205.
Kansas City, Missouri
$2,133/week
This is 3% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,205.
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Mental Health Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| West Burlington, Iowa | $2,220 | $2,220 |
| Waterloo, Iowa | $2,046 | $2,090 |
| Iowa City, Iowa | $2,010 | $2,145 |
| Des Moines, Iowa | $2,006 | $2,006 |
| Dubuque, Iowa | $1,936 | $2,137 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Mental Health Nurse jobs in Des Moines?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Host Healthcare | $2,006 | $2,006 |
Last updated on August 15, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
- Des Moines, IA
- SkyBridge Healthcare Acute Care/ Allied Health
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$2,100/week
Psychiatric RN
- Des Moines, IA
- Host Healthcare
- 3x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$2,006/week
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