Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$46.29/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Iowa is $46.29 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $49.84.
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$46.29/hour
Iowa
8% lower than the US average.
$49.84/hour
United States
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
Only Iowa City, Iowa reports pay data for Medical Surgical Nurses, averaging $33 per hour. Iowa City, Iowa also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $43. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Iowa City, Iowa pays 28% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City, Iowa | $33 | $43 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($59) and Kansas ($51). 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 | $59 | $65 |
| Kansas | $51 | $59 |
| Missouri | $49 | $62 |
| Illinois | $48 | $51 |
| South Dakota | $40 | $43 |
| Michigan | $35 | $43 |
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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