Nursing Assistants pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for nursing assistants is $18.92 an hour ($39,350 a year). About 22,670 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($42,260). Iowa ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.13 | $35,620 |
| 25% of workers | $17.96 | $37,360 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.92 | $39,350 |
| 75% of workers | $21.95 | $45,650 |
| 90% of workers | $23.07 | $47,980 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $43,940 | 4,660 |
| Ames | $43,540 | 770 |
| Dubuque | $41,580 | 1,010 |
| Iowa City | $39,330 | 1,310 |
| Cedar Rapids | $39,110 | 1,740 |
| Sioux City | $38,940 | 930 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $38,930 | 1,440 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $38,740 | 2,220 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,630 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,480 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,630 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $130,160 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,660 |
| Paramedics | $60,590 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $36,080 |
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