LPN / LVN jobs in Iowa

LPN / LVN pay in Iowa

The median wage for LPN / LVN jobs in Iowa is $30.11 per hour ($62,629 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $31.91/hour, from $14.36 to $80.79. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

You need an active nursing license that is valid in Iowa. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.

Agencies hiring for LPN / LVN jobs in Iowa

Cities with the most LPN / LVN jobs

Clive (18), Boone (11), Waverly (11), Keokuk (10), Clarinda (10), Maquoketa (10), Mediapolis (8), Burlington (7), Cedar Rapids (7), Clinton (6), Carroll (6), Dubuque (5)

FAQ

How much does a LPN / LVN make in Iowa?

The median wage for LPN / LVN jobs in Iowa is $30.11 per hour (about $62,629 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. LPN / LVN jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $31.91 per hour.

How many LPN / LVN jobs are open in Iowa?

182 LPN / LVN jobs from 4 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

You need an active nursing license that is valid in Iowa. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.