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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Personal Care Aides in Iowa is $37,638 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.
However, a Personal Care Aides's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Personal Care Aides Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $41,024 | $3,419 | $789 | $20 |
| Average | $37,638 | $3,137 | $724 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,419 | $2,868 | $662 | $17 |
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A Personal Care Aides's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Personal Care Aides's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Behaviora... Level Personal Care Aides | $35,313 |
| Home Care... Level Personal Care Aides | $31,865 |
| Personal ... Level Personal Care Aides | $38,309 |
| Home Care... Level Personal Care Aides | $42,756 |
| Home Care... Level Personal Care Aides | $42,811 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Personal Care Aides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Personal Care Aides roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Personal Care Aides positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Personal Care Aides as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $45,166 | $22.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Personal Care Aides's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $41,024 | $3,419 | $789 | $20 |
| Average | $37,638 | $3,137 | $724 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,419 | $2,868 | $662 | $17 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Personal Care Aides job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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