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Medical Records Specialists Salary Guide for Iowa

medical records specialists working in Iowa earn an average of $47,180.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
2,420
Annual Mean Salary
$47,180.00
Hourly Rate
$22.69
Estimated Monthly*
$3,630.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Iowa vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Iowa's medical records specialists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Iowa offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Iowa shows an upward salary trend for medical records specialists, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for medical records specialists can vary significantly within Iowa. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Iowa City

Annual Mean Salary
$58,090.00
Hourly Rate
$27.93
Employment
370 professionals
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Cedar Rapids

Annual Mean Salary
$47,960.00
Hourly Rate
$23.06
Employment
220 professionals
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Des Moines-West Des Moines

Annual Mean Salary
$47,850.00
Hourly Rate
$23.01
Employment
470 professionals
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Dubuque

Annual Mean Salary
$46,170.00
Hourly Rate
$22.20
Employment
90 professionals
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Northwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$44,680.00
Hourly Rate
$21.48
Employment
150 professionals
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Davenport-Moline-Rock Island

Annual Mean Salary
$43,900.00
Hourly Rate
$21.11
Employment
250 professionals
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Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$43,760.00
Hourly Rate
$21.04
Employment
180 professionals
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Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$43,760.00
Hourly Rate
$21.04
Employment
260 professionals
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Sioux City

Annual Mean Salary
$43,500.00
Hourly Rate
$20.91
Employment
110 professionals
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Waterloo-Cedar Falls

Annual Mean Salary
$43,460.00
Hourly Rate
$20.89
Employment
110 professionals
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Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$43,160.00
Hourly Rate
$20.75
Employment
210 professionals
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Ames

Annual Mean Salary
$42,240.00
Hourly Rate
$20.31
Employment
70 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.