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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Registered Nurse Unit Manager in Iowa is $100,668 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.
However, a Registered Nurse Unit Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Registered Nurse Unit Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $115,502 | $9,625 | $2,221 | $56 |
| Average | $100,668 | $8,389 | $1,936 | $48 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,748 | $7,562 | $1,745 | $44 |
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A Registered Nurse Unit Manager'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 Registered Nurse Unit Manager'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 |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Registered Nurse Unit Manager | $81,967 |
| Intermediate Level Registered Nurse Unit Manager | $82,378 |
| Senior Level Registered Nurse Unit Manager | $83,746 |
| Specialist Level Registered Nurse Unit Manager | $85,388 |
| Expert Level Registered Nurse Unit Manager | $85,941 |
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 Registered Nurse Unit Managers. 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 Registered Nurse Unit Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Registered Nurse Unit Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Registered Nurse Unit Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $115,768 | $56.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Registered Nurse Unit Manager'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 | $115,502 | $9,625 | $2,221 | $56 |
| Average | $100,668 | $8,389 | $1,936 | $48 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,748 | $7,562 | $1,745 | $44 |
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