Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: Des Moines, IA
Average Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Salary
$1,648/week
The average salary for a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Des Moines, IA is $1,648 per week. This is 16% higher than the Iowa average of $1,391.
Last updated on August 17, 2026. Based on 1 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 90 days.
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages
$1,648/week
Des Moines, IA
29% lower than the US average.
$1,391/week
Iowa
53% lower than the US average.
$2,126/week
United States
How Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
How Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities
Independence, Missouri
$1,858/week
This is 52% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,820.
St. Joseph, Missouri
$2,308/week
This is 22% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,820.
Norfolk, Nebraska
$2,182/week
This is 29% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,820.
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Physical Therapy Assistants?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Ottumwa, Iowa | $1,796 | $1,796 |
| West Burlington, Iowa | $1,491 | $1,510 |
Last updated on August 17, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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