Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Des Moines, IA
Average Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$2,232/week
The average salary for a Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $2,232 per week. This is 1% lower than the Iowa average of $2,250.
Last updated on June 4, 2026. Based on 2,148 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages
$2,232/week
Des Moines, IA
3% higher than the US average.
$2,250/week
Iowa
4% higher than the US average.
$2,159/week
United States
How Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
How Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
Waterloo, Iowa
$2,299/week
This is 1% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,279.
Iowa City, Iowa
$2,327/week
This is 2% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,279.
Liberty, Missouri
$2,320/week
This is 2% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,279.
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport, Iowa | $2,695 | $3,222 |
| Council Bluffs, Iowa | $2,391 | $2,473 |
| Iowa City, Iowa | $2,350 | $2,475 |
| Sioux City, Iowa | $2,287 | $3,508 |
| Des Moines, Iowa | $2,232 | $3,195 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in Des Moines?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| ADN Healthcare | $3,011 | $3,195 |
| Trustaff | $2,621 | $3,027 |
| GrapeTree Medical Staffing | $2,568 | $2,588 |
| Trinity Health FirstChoice | $2,538 | $2,736 |
| AG Globe Services | $2,520 | $2,520 |
| Heal Horizon Inc | $2,520 | $2,520 |
| Mader MedX | $2,500 | $3,175 |
| LeaderStat | $2,427 | $2,466 |
| Prime Staffing | $2,420 | $3,192 |
| Vibra Travels | $2,361 | $2,361 |
Last updated on June 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Des Moines, IA
- Vibra Travels
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
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