Average Travel Therapist Salary

$2,537/week

The average salary for a Travel Therapist in Des Moines, IA is $2,537 per week. This is 16% higher than the Iowa average of $2,126.

Last updated on June 7, 2026. Based on 14 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Therapist salaries in Des Moines, IA compared to State and National Averages

$2,537/week

Des Moines, IA

15% higher than the US average.

$2,126/week

Iowa

1% lower than the US average.

$2,146/week

United States

How Travel Therapist Salaries in Des Moines Compare to Other Cities

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Fort Dodge, Iowa

$2,581/week

This is 2% higher than the Des Moines average of $2,537.

Ottumwa, Iowa

$2,203/week

This is 15% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,537.

Independence, Missouri

$1,900/week

This is 34% lower than the Des Moines average of $2,537.

What type of Travel Therapists make the most money in Des Moines?
SpecialtyAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Physical Therapist$2,573$2,907
What are the highest paying Agencies for Travel Therapist jobs in Des Moines?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Coast Medical Service$2,907$2,907
Healthcare Support$2,823$2,823
Synergy Medical Staffing$2,717$2,717
Fusion Medical Staffing-Therapy$2,687$2,687
PRIDE Health$2,657$2,657
AHS Staffing$2,645$2,645
Triage Staffing$2,623$2,623
Ardor Health Solutions$2,622$2,622
Skyline Med Staff Therapy$2,607$2,607
CoreMedical Group$2,580$2,580

Last updated on June 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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