Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $45,480 | $44,846 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.87 | $21.56 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $51,800.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Iowa is $45,480, or about $21.87 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Iowa is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,990 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $45,480, Iowa offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.