Operating Room Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Operating Room Nurse Salary
$46.20/hour
The average salary for an Operating Room Nurse in Iowa is $46.20 per hour. This is 12% lower than the US average of $51.61.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Operating Room Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$46.20/hour
Iowa
12% lower than the US average.
$51.61/hour
United States
How does the pay for Operating Room Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Illinois ($58) and Michigan ($56). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $82. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Wisconsin pays 42% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $65 | $82 |
| Illinois | $58 | $64 |
| Michigan | $56 | $69 |
| Missouri | $54 | $64 |
| Kansas | $52 | $59 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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