Average Travel Operating Room Nurse Salary

$1,991/week

The average salary for a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Ankeny, IA is $1,991 per week. This is 24% lower than the Iowa average of $2,468.

Last updated on April 29, 2026. Based on 8 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Operating Room Nurse salaries in Ankeny, IA compared to State and National Averages

$1,991/week

Ankeny, IA

9% lower than the US average.

$2,468/week

Iowa

12% higher than the US average.

$2,169/week

United States

How Travel Operating Room Nurse Salaries in Ankeny Compare to Other Cities

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Ottumwa, Iowa

$2,244/week

This is 10% higher than the Ankeny average of $2,027.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

$2,222/week

This is 9% higher than the Ankeny average of $2,027.

Iowa City, Iowa

$2,279/week

This is 11% higher than the Ankeny average of $2,027.

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Operating Room Nurses?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Iowa City, Iowa$2,775$3,075
Des Moines, Iowa$2,648$2,766
Ottumwa, Iowa$2,580$3,116
Cedar Rapids, Iowa$2,475$2,906
Mason City, Iowa$2,421$2,556
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Operating Room Nurse jobs in Ankeny?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
OneStaff Medical$2,277$2,277
GetMed Staffing, Inc.$1,896$1,896

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

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