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Physician Assistants Salary Guide for Iowa

physician assistants working in Iowa earn an average of $123,490.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,140
Annual Mean Salary
$123,490.00
Hourly Rate
$59.37
Estimated Monthly*
$9,499.20
*Based on 40-hour work week

Iowa vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Iowa's physician assistants 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 physician assistants, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for physician assistants 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.

Northwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$134,070.00
Hourly Rate
$64.46
Employment
70 professionals
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Cedar Rapids

Annual Mean Salary
$130,840.00
Hourly Rate
$62.91
Employment
80 professionals
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Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$126,590.00
Hourly Rate
$60.86
Employment
130 professionals
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Waterloo-Cedar Falls

Annual Mean Salary
$125,930.00
Hourly Rate
$60.54
Employment
50 professionals
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Des Moines-West Des Moines

Annual Mean Salary
$124,940.00
Hourly Rate
$60.07
Employment
180 professionals
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Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$124,450.00
Hourly Rate
$59.83
Employment
80 professionals
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Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$124,250.00
Hourly Rate
$59.74
Employment
40 professionals
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Iowa City

Annual Mean Salary
$119,660.00
Hourly Rate
$57.53
Employment
320 professionals
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Ames

Annual Mean Salary
$119,370.00
Hourly Rate
$57.39
Employment
40 professionals
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Davenport-Moline-Rock Island

Annual Mean Salary
$119,100.00
Hourly Rate
$57.26
Employment
110 professionals
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Sioux City

Annual Mean Salary
$117,610.00
Hourly Rate
$56.54
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.