Average Graphic Designer Salary in Iowa

Creative · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Graphic Designer in Iowa earns $58,000 per year, which is below the national average of $59,970. This translates to approximately $27.88 per hour, $2,231 biweekly, or $4,833 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Iowa is 11% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$43,500	$20.91
Average (50th)	$58,000	$27.88
Experienced (75th)	$66,700	$32.07
Top Earners (90th)	$75,400	$36.25

Graphic Designer Salary by City in Iowa

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Des Moines	$62,600	$5,217/mo
Cedar Rapids	$59,200	$4,933/mo
Davenport	$56,800	$4,733/mo
Sioux City	$55,100	$4,592/mo
Iowa City	$53,900	$4,492/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Creative
Typical Education	Bachelor's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	3% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	4.4%-5.7% (4 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.89 (-11% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Iowa

Major employers hiring Graphic Designers in Iowa include Principal Financial, John Deere, Mercy Health, Hy-Vee, and Collins Aerospace. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for creative professionals.

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