Director of Nursing Salary Guide: Council Bluffs, IA
Average Director of Nursing Salary
$32.33/hour
The average salary for a Director of Nursing in Council Bluffs, IA is $32.33 per hour. This is 26% lower than the Iowa average of $40.78.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Director of Nursing salaries in Council Bluffs, IA compared to State and National Averages
$32.33/hour
Council Bluffs, IA
48% lower than the US average.
$40.78/hour
Iowa
17% lower than the US average.
$47.82/hour
United States
How Director of Nursing Salaries in Council Bluffs Compare to Other Cities
How Director of Nursing Salaries in Council Bluffs Compare to Other Cities
Omaha, Nebraska
$32/hour
This is equal to the Council Bluffs average
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
$29/hour
This is 12% lower than the Council Bluffs average of $32.33.
Saint Louis, Missouri
$51/hour
This is 37% higher than the Council Bluffs average of $32.33.
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Directors of Nursing?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City, Iowa | $33 | $43 |
| Council Bluffs, Iowa | $32 | $43 |
Last updated on March 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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