Pharmacy Aides pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for pharmacy aides is $16.00 an hour ($33,270 a year). About 1,070 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($37,680). Iowa ranks 43rd of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy aides in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $10.70 | $22,260 |
| 25% of workers | $13.96 | $29,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.00 | $33,270 |
| 75% of workers | $17.69 | $36,790 |
| 90% of workers | $21.33 | $44,360 |
Pharmacy Aides pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City | $36,370 | 100 |
| Dubuque | $35,440 | 30 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $35,120 | 340 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $35,070 | 50 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $31,850 | 50 |
| Sioux City | $31,220 | 50 |
| Cedar Rapids | $31,140 | 100 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy aides
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 5,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $28,970 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $36,640 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $40,980 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,480 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $37,330 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,860 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $35,720 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,240 |
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