Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Iowa
The median licensed practical nurse in Iowa earns $28.59 an hour, or $59,460 a year. That’s $1.38 below the national median, ranking #39 of 51.
- Median hourly$28.59
- Median yearly$59,460
- Bottom 10% earn under$23.32/hr
- Top 10% earn over$36.21/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$28.67
- LPN/LVNs employed5,520
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Iowa, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Iowa
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $37.00/hr | $76,960/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $18.57/hr | $38,630/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $62.22/hr | $129,420/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in Iowa
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Med SurgAvera HealthEstherville, IA$24.50–$48.50/hrLPN/LVNMed-surgFull-timeNightsDaysSign-on bonus
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Care Patient Aligned Care TeamVeterans Health AdministrationDubuque, IA$39k–$63k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Nov 9, 2026
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Spencer ClinicAvera HealthSpencer, IA$22.50–$41.25/hrLPN/LVNFull-timeDays$6,000 sign-on bonus
- Licensed Practical Nurse- Home Health VisitsBAYADA Home Health CareScranton, IALPN/LVNFull-time
- Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home HealthElara CaringOttumwa, IALPN/LVNFull-time
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Care CenterAvera HealthSioux Center, IALPN/LVNPart-time