Travel Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Des Moines, IA
Average Travel Stepdown Nurse Salary
$2,361/week
The average salary for a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $2,361 per week. This is 2% higher than the Iowa average of $2,306.
Last updated on September 5, 2026. Based on 5 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Stepdown Nurse salaries in Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages
$2,361/week
Des Moines, IA
7% higher than the US average.
$2,306/week
Iowa
5% higher than the US average.
$2,184/week
United States
How Travel Stepdown Nurse Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
How Travel Stepdown Nurse Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
$2,419/week
This is 8% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,231.
Iowa City, Iowa
$2,275/week
This is 2% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,231.
Council Bluffs, Iowa
$2,245/week
This is 1% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,231.
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Stepdown Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Council Bluffs, Iowa | $2,404 | $2,404 |
| Des Moines, Iowa | $2,361 | $2,451 |
| Iowa City, Iowa | $2,284 | $2,457 |
| Davenport, Iowa | $2,256 | $2,488 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Stepdown Nurse jobs in Des Moines?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Zack Group | $2,415 | $2,451 |
| Malone Healthcare - Nursing | $2,279 | $2,287 |
Last updated on September 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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PCU RN
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Iowa Methodist Medical Center
- Access Healthcare and 27 others
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- Des Moines, IA
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- Des Moines, IA
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- 4x12 hrs, Nights
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- Des Moines, IA
- Access Healthcare
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,180/week
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- Des Moines, IA
- Focus Staff
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$3,056/week
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