IA · Cedar Rapids · Updated October 15, 2026

EHR / Epic Analyst jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

EHR / Epic Analysts in the Cedar Rapids area earn a median of $42.18 per hour, about $87,730 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.66 and $49.36. That ranks 220th of 355 U.S. metro areas for EHR / Epic Analyst pay, and 163rd of 319 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Cedar Rapids. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Cedar Rapids.

EHR / Epic Analyst pay in Cedar Rapids, IA

The metro median is 4% below the Iowa statewide median of $44.07 per hour. Nationally the median is $49.90 per hour. BLS counts about 390 computer systems analysts employed in the Cedar Rapids metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$30.85$64,17038% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$34.66$72,09031% below U.S. median
Median$42.18$87,73015% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$49.36$102,6701% below U.S. median
Top 10%$60.25$125,32021% above U.S. median

How Cedar Rapids ranks

  • 220th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 163rd of 319 after adjusting for local prices
  • 5th of 8 Iowa metro areas

BLS does not publish a separate figure for EHR / Epic Analyst. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Computer Systems Analysts.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Computer Systems Analysts (SOC 15-1211), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in Cedar Rapids

  • Overall prices in Cedar Rapids run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.4).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $42.18 median hour buys what $47.41 buys at the national price level, 5% below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,518
  • Per year: $75,924
  • Per month: $6,327

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cedar Rapids metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Hospitals in Cedar Rapids

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Cedar Rapids.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
St Lukes Hospital
Cedar Rapids, IA
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

EHR / Epic Analyst pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Iowa City, IA23 mi$41.23/hr76,710
Waterloo, IA50 mi$42.74/hr67,477
Dubuque, IA62 mi$40.41/hr58,987
Davenport, IA62 mi$40.37/hr100,938
Ames, IA100 mi$44.28/hr69,026
Ankeny, IA100 mi$47.59/hr76,727

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EHR / Epic Analyst salary in Iowa

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Iowa

EHR analysts build, test and support Epic modules used by clinicians and staff.

  • Epic certification in the relevant module
  • Clinical or operational experience in the area supported
  • Analytical and project support skills

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Common questions

How much do EHR / Epic Analysts make in Cedar Rapids, IA?

EHR / Epic Analysts in the Cedar Rapids metro area have a median pay of $42.18 per hour, about $87,730 a year. The middle half earn between $34.66 and $49.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Cedar Rapids a good place for EHR / Epic Analysts once cost of living is counted?

Cedar Rapids ranks 163rd of 319 metro areas for EHR / Epic Analyst pay after adjusting for local prices, and 220th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.

Where do EHR / Epic Analysts work in Cedar Rapids?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Cedar Rapids, led by Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Iowa license to work in Cedar Rapids as an EHR / Epic Analyst?

Epic certification in the relevant module. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Central Maine Healthcare CorporationOntario, CA · 5 postings$46.90/ hr$34–$60
  • El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 1 posting$75.08/ hr$60–$90
  • MemorialCareFountain Valley, CA · 1 posting$67.44/ hr$55–$80
  • Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare SystemSalinas, CA · 1 posting$60.81/ hr$54–$68

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