Nursing Assistant (CNA) pay in Iowa
State median
Public data$17.95/hr
≈ $37,336/year full-time
Pay distribution in Iowa
25th percentile
$16.98
per hour
Median
$17.95
per hour
75th percentile
$19.77
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do nursing assistant (cna)s make in Iowa?
The median pay for nursing assistant (cna)s in Iowa is $17.95/hr (about $37,336/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $16.98 and $19.77 per hour.
How does Iowa compare to the national average for nursing assistant (cna)s?
Iowa pays 1% below the national median of $18.11/hr for nursing assistant (cna)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.