What is the average Occupational Therapist salary in Iowa?

The average Occupational Therapist salary in Iowa is $90,100 per year, or approximately $43.32 per hour. Salaries range from $67,600 to $117,100 depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much does a Occupational Therapist make per hour in Iowa?

A Occupational Therapist in Iowa makes approximately $43.32 per hour based on a 40-hour work week.

What is the take-home pay for a Occupational Therapist in Iowa?

After federal and state taxes, a Occupational Therapist in Iowa earning $90,100 can expect approximately $67,575 per year take-home. Use our calculator for a precise estimate.

Average Occupational Therapist Salary in Iowa

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

$90,100

Average Salary

$43.32

Per Hour

$7,508

Per Month

$67,575

Take-Home (est.)

Salary Overview

The average Occupational Therapist in Iowa earns $90,100 per year, which is below the national average of $93,180. This translates to approximately $43.32 per hour, $3,465 biweekly, or $7,508 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)	$67,600	$32.50
Average (50th)	$90,100	$43.32
Experienced (75th)	$103,600	$49.81
Top Earners (90th)	$117,100	$56.30

Occupational Therapist Salary by City in Iowa

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Des Moines	$97,300	$8,108/mo
Cedar Rapids	$91,900	$7,658/mo
Davenport	$88,300	$7,358/mo
Sioux City	$85,600	$7,133/mo
Iowa City	$83,800	$6,983/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Master's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	12% (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 Occupational Therapists 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 healthcare professionals.

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