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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mds Coordinator in Iowa is $79,927 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.
However, a Mds Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Mds Coordinator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $84,544 | $7,045 | $1,626 | $41 |
| Average | $79,927 | $6,661 | $1,537 | $38 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,425 | $6,035 | $1,393 | $35 |
Healthcare Services Group - Marion, IA
Hillcrest Health Care Center & Mica Hill Estates - Hawarden, IA
Concord Care Center - Garner, IA
Harmony Waterloo - Waterloo, IA
A Mds Coordinator'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 Mds Coordinator'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 Mds Coordinator | $77,004 |
| Intermediate Level Mds Coordinator | $77,591 |
| Senior Level Mds Coordinator | $78,413 |
| Specialist Level Mds Coordinator | $79,723 |
| Expert Level Mds Coordinator | $81,081 |
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 Mds Coordinators. 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 Mds Coordinator 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, Mds Coordinator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Mds Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $95,912 | $46.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Mds Coordinator'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 | $84,544 | $7,045 | $1,626 | $41 |
| Average | $79,927 | $6,661 | $1,537 | $38 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,425 | $6,035 | $1,393 | $35 |
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