Economists Salary in Iowa
Ranked #28 of 40 · IA
28.2% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $102,020 ≈ $49/hr
Median annual salary $96,310
Employment 70
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $59,980P25 $64,210 Median $96,310P75 $133,970P90 $144,750
About 80% of economistss in Iowa earn between $59,980 and $144,750. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean economists salary in Iowa is $102,020, about 28.2% below the U.S. average ($142,130). That works out to roughly $49/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Iowa
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $96,310 | $107,440 | 40 |