Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Salary
$2,256/week
The average salary for a Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse in Iowa is $2,256 per week. This is 8% higher than the US average of $2,073.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on 266 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$2,256/week
Iowa
8% higher than the US average.
$2,073/week
United States
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses?
Ames, Iowa pays Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses the most, averaging $2,342 per week, followed by Cedar Rapids, Iowa ($2,338) and Pella, Iowa ($2,230). Ames, Iowa also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,917. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses is $2,256 per week — Ames, Iowa pays 4% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Ames, Iowa | $2,342 | $2,917 |
| Cedar Rapids, Iowa | $2,338 | $2,338 |
| Pella, Iowa | $2,230 | $2,230 |
How does the pay for Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Nebraska pays Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses the most, averaging $2,327 per week, followed by Wisconsin ($2,244) and Minnesota ($2,213). Wisconsin has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,234. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses is $2,256 per week — Nebraska pays 3% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | $2,327 | $3,120 |
| Wisconsin | $2,244 | $3,234 |
| Minnesota | $2,213 | $3,227 |
| Missouri | $2,197 | $2,878 |
| Illinois | $2,109 | $2,527 |
| North Dakota | $2,035 | $2,300 |
| Kansas | $2,029 | $2,853 |
| Michigan | $1,989 | $2,576 |
| South Dakota | $1,830 | $2,287 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse jobs in Iowa?
LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing pays Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses the most, averaging $3,525 per week, followed by Cross Country Nurses ($3,470) and HealthTrust Workforce Solution External ($2,747). Vibra Travels has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,923. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses is $2,256 per week — LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing pays 56% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing | $3,525 | $3,525 |
| Cross Country Nurses | $3,470 | $3,470 |
| HealthTrust Workforce Solution External | $2,747 | $2,747 |
| United Staffing Solutions | $2,671 | $2,671 |
| Catalytic Solutions | $2,611 | $3,269 |
| GHR Healthcare - Travel | $2,570 | $3,528 |
| Voca Healthcare | $2,555 | $3,481 |
| LRS Healthcare - Long Term Care | $2,549 | $2,549 |
| Vibra Travels | $2,526 | $3,923 |
| GrapeTree Medical Staffing | $2,522 | $2,948 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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LTC/SNF RN
- George, Iowa
- Good Samaritan Society
- Host Healthcare and 14 others
UP TO $1,712/wk
Medical-Surgical Rehabilitation Floor RN
- Clive, IA
- Cross Country Nurses
- 4x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$3,470/week
LTC RN
- Polk City, IA
- Assured Nursing
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$2,914/week
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
- Polk City, IA
- GrapeTree Medical Staffing
- 4x10 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$2,550/week
RN - LTAC
- Des Moines, IA
- Solomon Page
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$2,504/week
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