Home Health Aides in Iowa City, IA
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Iowa City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Iowa City, IA: the local picture
13 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Iowa City ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 7 of those list home health aide services. Agency aides are usually part of care a doctor orders. For help beyond those visits, families hire an aide directly.
Home health and personal care aides in Iowa earn a median $17.34 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $16.14 and $19.05.
Iowa City has about 9,354 residents aged 65 or older, 30% of whom report a disability.
Iowa City compared with Johnson County and Iowa
| Census figure | Iowa City | Johnson County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 13% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.3% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 30% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.6% | 5.5% | 8.4% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 18% | 15% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $66,368 | $70,562 | — |
Older residents in towns around Iowa City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coralville, IA | 4.5 mi | 3,097 | 31% |
| Tiffin, IA | 7.2 mi | 586 | 21% |
| North Liberty, IA | 7.4 mi | 1,513 | 26% |
| West Branch, IA | 9.7 mi | 434 | 26% |
| Solon, IA | 11 mi | 469 | 32% |
| Kalona, IA | 15 mi | 684 | 21% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Iowa City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Hiawatha, IA | 28 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (319) 393-4742 |
| Aveanna Healthcare | Hiawatha, IA | 28 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (319) 373-6294 |
| University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown Home Health | Coralville, IA | 4.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (319) 358-2740 |
| Unitypoint At Home | Cedar Rapids, IA | 26 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Mercy Home Care | Cedar Rapids, IA | 26 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (319) 398-6034 |
| Johnson County Visiting Nurse Association | Iowa City, IA | 2.1 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (319) 337-9686 |
| Optimae Home Health Services | Fairfield, IA | 50 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (641) 472-4464 |
| In-Home Care Connection Home Health Services | Moline, IL | 55 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (309) 764-7477 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Iowa City. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a home health aide can help with
- Bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting
- Transfers, walking and positioning
- Meals and help with eating
- Medication reminders
What home health aides costs in Iowa City
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,531 monthly median income of Iowa City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a home health aide
Federal rules require home health aides who work for Medicare-certified agencies to complete at least 75 hours of training, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, or pass a competency evaluation (42 CFR 484.80). Many states add their own requirements.
Questions worth asking: Where did you train, and can I see the certificate? Have you worked for a home health agency? Which transfers and equipment are you trained on? More in our home health aides guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Home Health Aides in Iowa City: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Iowa City?
Medicare lists 13 certified agencies whose service area includes Iowa City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Aveanna Healthcare (5 of 5), University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown Home Health (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Iowa City?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,531 monthly median income of Iowa City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
What is the difference between a home health aide and a CNA?
Both are trained in personal care. A certified nursing assistant (CNA) has passed a state exam and is on the state nurse aide registry, and often works in nursing homes and hospitals. A home health aide is trained for care in the home. Neither does skilled nursing.
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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Coralville, IA
- Home Health Aides in Tiffin, IA
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- Home Health Aides in West Branch, IA
- Home Health Aides in Solon, IA
- Home Health Aides in Kalona, IA
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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