Medical Costs in Iowa (2026)
Cost Index: 0.88 (-12% vs. national avg.)
Iowa Healthcare Overview
0.88
Cost Index
$6,400
Avg Annual Premium
5%
Uninsured Rate
Medical costs in Iowa are lower than the national average, with a cost index of 0.88. The Midwest region generally has lower healthcare costs. Iowa has an uninsured rate of 5% and average annual insurance premiums of $6,400.
Top Hospitals in Iowa
- University of Iowa Hospitals
- MercyOne Des Moines
- UnityPoint Health
Procedure Costs in Iowa
| Procedure | IA Avg | Range | W/ Insurance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement | $43,120 | $26,400-$61,600 | $10,560 |
| Hip Replacement | $42,240 | $28,160-$59,840 | $9,680 |
| Appendectomy | $19,360 | $10,560-$30,800 | $5,280 |
| Cataract Surgery | $4,312 | $3,080-$6,160 | $2,200 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,420 | $1,320-$3,960 | $1,056 |
| MRI Scan | $1,166 | $352-$3,080 | $704 |
| CT Scan | $968 | $264-$2,640 | $528 |
| Dental Crown | $1,188 | $704-$2,200 | $880 |
| Root Canal | $968 | $616-$1,584 | $616 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,408 | $264-$2,640 | $1,056 |
| ACL Repair | $30,800 | $17,600-$44,000 | $8,800 |
| Hernia Repair | $10,560 | $5,280-$22,000 | $4,400 |
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