Travel Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Travel Stepdown Nurse Salary
Average Travel Stepdown Nurse Salary
$2,342/week
The average salary for a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Iowa is $2,342 per week. This is 7% higher than the US average of $2,168.
Last updated on March 31, 2026. Based on 16 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Stepdown Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
Travel Stepdown Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$2,342/week
Iowa
7% higher than the US average.
$2,168/week
United States
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Stepdown Nurses?
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Stepdown Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, Iowa | $2,443 | $3,183 |
| Iowa City, Iowa | $2,419 | $2,481 |
| Council Bluffs, Iowa | $2,300 | $2,346 |
| Muscatine, Iowa | $2,253 | $2,253 |
| Mason City, Iowa | $2,060 | $2,060 |
How does the pay for Travel Stepdown Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Stepdown Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $2,483 | $2,988 |
| Nebraska | $2,371 | $3,142 |
| Michigan | $2,338 | $2,650 |
| Wisconsin | $2,270 | $3,068 |
| Illinois | $2,254 | $2,985 |
| Missouri | $2,231 | $3,261 |
| North Dakota | $2,198 | $2,360 |
| South Dakota | $2,127 | $2,800 |
| Kansas | $1,837 | $2,090 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Stepdown Nurse jobs in Iowa?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Stepdown Nurse jobs in Iowa?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Malone Healthcare - Nursing | $2,461 | $3,183 |
| Voca Healthcare | $2,346 | $2,346 |
| GQR Healthcare | $2,301 | $2,301 |
| Medical Solutions | $2,281 | $2,481 |
| First Connect Health | $2,253 | $2,253 |
| OneStaff Medical | $2,154 | $2,154 |
| LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing | $2,085 | $2,085 |
| LeaderStat | $2,060 | $2,060 |
| Uniti Med | $1,872 | $1,872 |
Last updated on March 31, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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