Travel Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Travel Nurse Salary
Average Travel Nurse Salary
$2,234/week
The average salary for a Travel Nurse in Iowa is $2,234 per week. This is 3% higher than the US average of $2,170.
Last updated on May 22, 2026. Based on 4,793 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
Travel Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$2,234/week
Iowa
3% higher than the US average.
$2,170/week
United States
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Nurses?
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport, Iowa | $3,126 | $9,772 |
| Muscatine, Iowa | $2,705 | $3,222 |
| Cedar Falls, Iowa | $2,686 | $2,686 |
What type of Travel Nurses make the most money in Iowa?
What type of Travel Nurses make the most money in Iowa?
| Specialty | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopedic Surgery | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Manager | $3,762 | $4,616 |
| Electrophysiology Lab | $2,880 | $3,327 |
| Cardiac Cath Lab | $2,768 | $3,567 |
How does the pay for Travel Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $2,445 | $3,856 |
| North Dakota | $2,348 | $3,980 |
| Minnesota | $2,347 | $4,581 |
| Nebraska | $2,322 | $4,614 |
| Wisconsin | $2,315 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | $2,300 | $4,775 |
| Colorado | $2,176 | $4,594 |
| Kansas | $2,123 | $4,060 |
| Oklahoma | $2,121 | $3,786 |
| Missouri | $2,106 | $8,205 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Nurse jobs in Iowa?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Nurse jobs in Iowa?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| American Consultants | $4,246 | $4,246 |
| Muve Healthcare Group | $3,151 | $4,616 |
| NURSE's Etc. Staffing | $3,126 | $3,447 |
| eTeam Inc | $3,088 | $3,118 |
| E-SolHealth | $3,085 | $3,567 |
| 3B Healthcare Inc. | $3,037 | $3,100 |
| Solomon Page | $2,981 | $3,251 |
| Modern Healthcare Solutions | $2,871 | $3,014 |
| HumanEdge - CT | $2,851 | $3,110 |
| Springboard Healthcare | $2,819 | $3,198 |
Last updated on May 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Top Travel Nurse Jobs
View job details for OR RN - Orthopedic
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Travel Contract
OR RN - Orthopedic
- Davenport, Iowa
- Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport
- ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
$9,610/week
Posted 23 hours ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
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Travel Contract
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Iowa Methodist Medical Center
- Jackson Nurse Professionals and 8 others
$2,016-3,303/week
Posted Yesterday
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View job details for Electrophysiology Lab Registered Nurse
25 agencies can help you get this contract
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Electrophysiology Lab Registered Nurse
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Iowa Methodist Medical Center
- Jackson Nurse Professionals and 24 others
$2,312-3,277/week
Posted Yesterday
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View job details for Emergency Department RN
29 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract
Emergency Department RN
- Ottumwa, Iowa
- Ottumwa Regional Health Center
- Medical Solutions and 28 others
$1,912-3,120/week
Posted Yesterday
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View job details for Float RN – PCU
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Travel Contract
Float RN – PCU
- Waterloo, Iowa
- UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
- Medical Solutions and 32 others
$1,932-3,075/week
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