Average Travel Nurse Salary

$2,177/week

The average salary for a Travel Nurse in Ames, IA is $2,177 per week. This is 5% lower than the Iowa average of $2,282.

Last updated on March 9, 2026. Based on 13 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Nurse salaries in Ames, IA compared to State and National Averages

$2,177/week

Ames, IA

This is equal to the US average

$2,282/week

Iowa

5% higher than the US average.

$2,175/week

United States

How Travel Nurse Salaries in Ames Compare to Other Cities

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Des Moines, Iowa

$2,370/week

This is 8% higher than the Ames average of $2,177.

Mason City, Iowa

$2,204/week

This is 1% higher than the Ames average of $2,177.

Ottumwa, Iowa

$2,199/week

This is 1% higher than the Ames average of $2,177.

What type of Travel Nurses make the most money in Ames?
SpecialtyAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Telemetry$2,177$2,264
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Nurse jobs in Ames?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
GrapeTree Medical Staffing$2,264$2,264
TRS Healthcare$1,982$1,982

Last updated on March 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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