Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: West Des Moines, IA

Average Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

$1,669/week

The average salary for a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in West Des Moines, IA is $1,669 per week. This is 14% higher than the Iowa average of $1,440.

Last updated on June 23, 2026. Based on 1 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 90 days.

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in West Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages

$1,669/week

West Des Moines, IA

28% lower than the US average.

$1,440/week

Iowa

48% lower than the US average.

$2,135/week

United States

How Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Salaries in West Des Moines Compare to Other Cities

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Marshalltown, Iowa

$1,867/week

This is 11% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,669.

Jacksonville, Illinois

$2,205/week

This is 24% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,669.

Springfield, Illinois

$1,837/week

This is 9% higher than the West Des Moines average of $1,669.

What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Physical Therapy Assistants?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Ottumwa, Iowa$1,698$1,796
West Des Moines, Iowa$1,669$1,669
Des Moines, Iowa$1,621$1,740
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in West Des Moines?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Centra Healthcare Allied$1,669$1,669

Last updated on June 23, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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