salary$39,110 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,350per year
Top pay (top 10%)$49,810per year
Jobs in the area1,740people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Cedar Rapids?
Expensive. Rent of $1,168 a month takes 35.8% of the median nursing assistant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make in Cedar Rapids, IA?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Cedar Rapids, IA area is $39,110 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $35,350 and $49,810.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Cedar Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,168 a month takes 35.8% of the median nursing assistant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Cedar Rapids, IA metro area.