How much does a medical assistant make in Iowa?
$45,480a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in Iowa. That is $21.87 an hour or $3,790 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.87
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,990
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,730Median: $45,480Highest 10%: $54,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,730 | $17.66 | |
| 25th | $38,980 | $18.74 | |
| Median | $45,480 | $21.87 | |
| 75th | $48,030 | $23.09 | |
| 90th | $54,960 | $26.42 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $48,010 |
| Des Moines, IA | $46,920 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $46,480 |
| Ames, IA | $45,810 |
| Waterloo, IA | $45,660 |
| Sioux City, IA | $45,650 |
| Dubuque, IA | $44,730 |
| Davenport, IA | $44,700 |
| Iowa City, IA | $43,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical assistants.
| 21. Illinois | $46,090 |
| 22. North Dakota | $45,980 |
| 23. Arizona | $45,940 |
| 24. Iowa | $45,480 |
| 25. Utah | $45,360 |
| 26. Nevada | $45,200 |
| 27. North Carolina | $45,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $21.87 ($45,480 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $45,480 against $45,690 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Iowa rank for medical assistant pay?
Iowa ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Iowa pays medical assistants the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $48,010 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.