Nurse Informaticist jobs in Waterloo, IA
The median nurse informaticist pay in the Waterloo area is $33.50 per hour ($69,680 a year), with the typical range running from $29.64 to $38.87. That ranks 362nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 317th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Waterloo. The free report below lists employers near Waterloo and what they pay.
- $33.50median pay per hour, Waterloo
- $30–$39typical range per hour
- 1,960nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Waterloo, IA
The metro median is 9% below the Iowa statewide median of $37.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 1,960 registered nurses employed in the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metro area, 22.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.53 | $59,340 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.64 | $61,650 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.50 | $69,680 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.87 | $80,850 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.57 | $88,550 | 5% below U.S. median |
How Waterloo ranks
- 362nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 317th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 8 Iowa metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse informaticist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Waterloo
- Overall prices in Waterloo-Cedar Falls run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.50 median hour buys what $38.48 buys at the national price level, 14% 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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- Per year: $60,300
- Per month: $5,025
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Waterloo
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waterloo.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center Waterloo, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Allen Hospital Waterloo, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nurse Informaticist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 50 mi | $36.81/hr | 137,904 |
| Iowa City, IA | 72 mi | $39.87/hr | 76,710 |
| Ames, IA | 72 mi | $35.06/hr | 69,026 |
| Ankeny, IA | 83 mi | $37.97/hr | 76,727 |
| Dubuque, IA | 84 mi | $34.01/hr | 58,987 |
| Des Moines, IA | 91 mi | $37.97/hr | 213,096 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Iowa · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Iowa
Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
- EHR build or analyst experience
Iowa taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Waterloo
Waterloo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Waterloo, IA?
Nurse Informaticists in the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metro area have a median pay of $33.50 per hour, about $69,680 a year. The middle half earn between $29.64 and $38.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Waterloo a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Waterloo-Cedar Falls ranks 317th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 362nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Waterloo?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waterloo, led by Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Waterloo as a nurse informaticist?
Iowa is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Iowa license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
- Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
- CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78
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