Nursing Home Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Nursing Home Nurse Salary
$46.15/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Home Nurse in Iowa is $46.15 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $47.76.
Last updated on October 17, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nursing Home Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$46.15/hour
Iowa
4% lower than the US average.
$47.76/hour
United States
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Illinois ($54) and Kansas ($54). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Minnesota pays 21% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $56 | $59 |
| Illinois | $54 | $59 |
| Kansas | $54 | $59 |
| Nebraska | $48 | $51 |
| Michigan | $45 | $48 |
| South Dakota | $43 | $43 |
Last updated on October 17, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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