Float Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Float Nurse Salary
$46.16/hour
The average salary for a Float Nurse in Iowa is $46.16 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $49.82.
Last updated on October 21, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Float Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$46.16/hour
Iowa
8% lower than the US average.
$49.82/hour
United States
How does the pay for Float Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Float Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($60) and Kansas ($48). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Minnesota pays 36% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $63 | $70 |
| Wisconsin | $60 | $65 |
| Kansas | $48 | $59 |
| Illinois | $47 | $49 |
| Missouri | $47 | $55 |
| Michigan | $43 | $43 |
| South Dakota | $40 | $43 |
Last updated on October 21, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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