Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$14.67/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Iowa is $14.67 per hour. This is 36% lower than the US average of $19.93.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$14.67/hour
Iowa
36% lower than the US average.
$19.93/hour
United States
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $18 per hour, followed by Minnesota ($17) and Wisconsin ($15). Minnesota has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $22. For comparison, the Iowa average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $15 per hour — Kansas pays 22% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $18 | $18 |
| Minnesota | $17 | $22 |
| Wisconsin | $15 | $19 |
| Illinois | $14 | $19 |
| Missouri | $13 | $17 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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