Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$45.88/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Iowa is $45.88 per hour. This is 10% lower than the US average of $50.43.
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$45.88/hour
Iowa
10% lower than the US average.
$50.43/hour
United States
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Kansas ($55) and Missouri ($51). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Colorado pays 24% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Kansas | $55 | $59 |
| Missouri | $51 | $60 |
| Minnesota | $36 | $49 |
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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