Trauma ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa

Average Trauma ICU Nurse Salary

$45.88/hour

The average salary for a Trauma ICU Nurse in Iowa is $45.88 per hour. This is 12% lower than the US average of $51.19.

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

Trauma ICU Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages

$45.88/hour

Iowa

12% lower than the US average.

$51.19/hour

United States

How does the pay for Trauma ICU Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?

Wisconsin pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Colorado ($55) and Michigan ($52). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Wisconsin pays 24% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Wisconsin$57$59
Colorado$55$60
Michigan$52$61
Missouri$52$62
Kansas$44$47

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

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