How much does a paramedic make in Iowa?
$60,590a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in Iowa. That is $29.13 an hour or $5,049 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.13
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,750Median: $60,590Highest 10%: $78,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,750 | $22.96 | |
| 25th | $52,200 | $25.10 | |
| Median | $60,590 | $29.13 | |
| 75th | $65,470 | $31.48 | |
| 90th | $78,140 | $37.57 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Iowa City, IA | $66,090 |
| Ames, IA | $62,920 |
| Waterloo, IA | $62,350 |
| Des Moines, IA | $61,980 |
| Omaha, NE | $56,130 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $55,130 |
| Sioux City, IA | $53,310 |
| Davenport, IA | $51,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paramedics.
| 20. North Dakota | $62,320 |
| 21. Pennsylvania | $61,000 |
| 22. Illinois | $60,660 |
| 23. Iowa | $60,590 |
| 24. Virginia | $60,480 |
| 25. Idaho | $60,380 |
| 26. Vermont | $60,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $29.13 ($60,590 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $60,590 against $60,600 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Iowa rank for paramedic pay?
Iowa ranks 23 of 51 states.
Which city in Iowa pays paramedics the most?
Iowa City, IA, with a median of $66,090 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.