Nail tech schools in Iowa
Looking for nail technician schools in Iowa? There are 7, including 7 private career schools. Nail technicians in Iowa earn a median $45,420 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 7
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in IA
- $45,420
What nail technicians earn in Iowa
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Nail technician salary in IowaHow to become a nail technician
- Median pay
- $45,420
- $21.84 an hour
- Typical range
- $15,800–$58,150
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IA
- 190
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +9.2%
- 21,900 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many nail technician schools are in Iowa?
We list 7 schools in Iowa with nail technician programs: 7 private career schools. Campuses are in Davenport, Dubuque, Mason City, Cedar Falls, and Fort Dodge.
How much does nail technician school cost in Iowa?
Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,522 to $18,569. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do nail technicians make in Iowa?
The median pay for nail technicians in Iowa is $45,420 a year, and most earn between $15,800 and $58,150, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nail technician school in Iowa?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Nail tech schools in other states
- Florida (57)
- California (54)
- Texas (47)
- Puerto Rico (24)
- Ohio (23)
- Michigan (20)
- Pennsylvania (19)
- Oregon (14)
- Utah (14)
- Georgia (13)
- North Carolina (13)
- Tennessee (13)
- Oklahoma (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Idaho (11)
- Indiana (11)