Healthcare jobs and pay in Dubuque, IA
Dubuque healthcare pay by profession, from the BLS metro-area wage data, with cost of living, hospitals and what travel assignments pay here. Registered nurses earn a median of $34.01 per hour. The free report adds named employers and open roles.
What healthcare pays in Dubuque
| Profession | Median / hr | Typical range / hr | Median / year | Employed in metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $34.01 | $31–$40 | $70,740 | 1,280 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $28.24 | $24–$31 | $58,740 | 200 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $19.45 | $18–$23 | $40,460 | 890 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $62.51 | $54–$68 | $130,010 | 100 |
| CRNA | $110.56 | $105–$115+ | $229,950 | — |
| Radiologic Technologist | $31.21 | $27–$35 | $64,910 | 100 |
| CT Technologist | $31.21 | $27–$35 | $64,910 | 100 |
| Respiratory Therapist | $33.07 | $30–$38 | $68,790 | — |
| Surgical Technologist | $25.92 | $23–$29 | $53,920 | — |
| Physical Therapist | $46.31 | $39–$50 | $96,320 | 120 |
| Occupational Therapist | $40.79 | $37–$48 | $84,840 | 50 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $40.98 | $39–$50 | $85,240 | 30 |
| Medical Coder | $24.45 | $20–$31 | $50,860 | 80 |
| CDI Specialist | $34.61 | $27–$42 | $71,980 | — |
| Utilization Review Nurse | $34.01 | $31–$40 | $70,740 | 1,280 |
| Telehealth / Triage Nurse | $34.01 | $31–$40 | $70,740 | 1,280 |
| Patient Access Representative | $17.64 | $15–$19 | $36,680 | 240 |
| EHR / Epic Analyst | $40.41 | $31–$47 | $84,040 | 100 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialist | $31.92 | $28–$43 | $66,390 | 90 |
| Pharmacist | $61.33 | $59–$67 | $127,560 | 100 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $18.89 | $18–$22 | $39,300 | 230 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $28.09 | $23–$33 | $58,420 | 70 |
| Phlebotomist | $17.81 | $18–$20 | $37,030 | 70 |
| Nurse Informaticist | $34.01 | $31–$40 | $70,740 | 1,280 |
| Healthcare IT Support Specialist | $26.01 | $22–$32 | $54,110 | 260 |
| Biomedical Equipment Technician | $27.82 | $22–$37 | $57,860 | — |
| MRI Technologist | $36.70 | $34–$40 | $76,340 | — |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $40.33 | $37–$45 | $83,890 | — |
| Echocardiography Technologist | $33.10 | $22–$40 | $68,840 | — |
| Cath Lab Technologist | $33.10 | $22–$40 | $68,840 | — |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $40.19 | $39–$48 | $83,590 | — |
| Physician Assistant | $60.20 | $55–$63 | $125,210 | 30 |
| Nurse Case Manager | $34.01 | $31–$40 | $70,740 | 1,280 |
| Nurse Manager & Leadership | $47.56 | $40–$54 | $98,930 | 230 |
| Registered Dietitian | $33.12 | $29–$37 | $68,880 | — |
| Clinical Social Worker | $30.40 | $28–$33 | $63,230 | 50 |
| Medical Assistant | $20.23 | $18–$22 | $42,090 | 130 |
| Sterile Processing Technician | $19.08 | $18–$22 | $39,680 | — |
| Medical Biller | $21.92 | $20–$23 | $45,590 | 120 |
| Dentist | $94.32 | $77–$100 | $196,180 | 40 |
| Dental Hygienist | $38.26 | $38–$42 | $79,580 | 100 |
| Dental Assistant | $22.80 | $22–$26 | $47,410 | 170 |
| Dental Office Manager | $47.56 | $40–$54 | $98,930 | 230 |
| Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator | $18.42 | $18–$22 | $38,320 | 420 |
| Dental Lab Technician | $23.34 | $21–$29 | $48,560 | — |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, for the Dubuque metro area (statewide where the metro figure is not published). Pick a profession for the full pay breakdown, rankings and open roles.
Cost of living in Dubuque
- Overall prices in Dubuque run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.3).
- Housing runs 36% below the U.S. average (index 64.0).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Travel assignment per diem in Dubuque
The federal per diem benchmark for travel assignments in Dubuque is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on your tax home. See the travel pay calculator.
Hospitals in Dubuque
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Dubuque.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finley Hospital | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Cities near Dubuque
| City | Distance | RN median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 62 mi | $36.81/hr | 137,904 |
| Davenport, IA | 65 mi | $36.82/hr | 100,938 |
| Iowa City, IA | 72 mi | $39.87/hr | 76,710 |
| Madison, WI | 76 mi | $43.26/hr | 285,300 |
| Waterloo, IA | 84 mi | $33.50/hr | 67,477 |
| Rockford, IL | 86 mi | $39.21/hr | 147,486 |
Common questions
How much do healthcare workers make in Dubuque?
Registered nurses in the Dubuque metro area earn a median of $34.01 per hour, about $70,740 a year (BLS, May 2024). The table above lists 45 professions with their own medians and ranges.
How many hospitals are in Dubuque?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Dubuque, Iowa.
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Your RN pay reportDubuque, IA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationDes Moines, IA · 6 postings$49.44/ hr$34–$67
- Select MedicalDes Moines, IA · 4 postings$44.80/ hr$37–$53
- CommonSpirit HealthCOUNCIL BLUFFS, IA · 3 postings$44.10/ hr$30–$52
- Acadia HealthcareCouncil Bluffs, IA · 2 postings$39.84/ hr$34–$46
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2What they are offering now
19 RN postings with published pay in Iowa, 15 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 19 RN roles
- Registered Nurse- Community Living Center Admission CoordinatorPermanent$75k–$139k/ year
- Admissions Registered NursePermanent$34.00–$45.69/ hour
+ 17 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.