Emergency Department Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa

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Average Emergency Department Nurse Salary

$46.29/hour

The average salary for an Emergency Department Nurse in Iowa is $46.29 per hour. This is 11% lower than the US average of $51.17.

Last updated on October 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Emergency Department Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages

$46.29/hour

Iowa

11% lower than the US average.

$51.17/hour

United States

How does the pay for Emergency Department Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?

Wisconsin pays Emergency Department Nurses the most, averaging $62 per hour, followed by Minnesota ($61) and Illinois ($52). Minnesota has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Wisconsin pays 34% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Wisconsin	$62	$65
Minnesota	$61	$70
Illinois	$52	$62
Kansas	$50	$59
Missouri	$50	$62
Michigan	$46	$48

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Emergency Department Nurse jobs in Iowa?

Only Medical Solutions Direct Hire reports pay data for Emergency Department Nurses, averaging $37 per hour. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 20% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$37	$37

Last updated on October 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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