Nursing Assistants Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,520 -5.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.04
10th percentile $34,620
90th percentile $46,240
Employed locally 1,930
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,620
    25th
    $36,520
    50th (median)
    $37,520
    75th
    $44,100
    90th
    $46,240

    Top-paying metros for Nursing Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $56,220
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $53,990
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $50,690
    Boulder, CO $49,390
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $48,520
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $48,510

    Related occupations in Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,740
    Medical Assistants $41,190
    Dental Assistants $45,930
    Physical Therapist Assistants $59,710
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $29,690
    Psychiatric Aides $48,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northeast Iowa is $18.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.37 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northeast Iowa is 5.1% below the national median of $39,530. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nursing Assistants in Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $34,620 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,520.