Average Software Engineer Salary in Iowa

Technology · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Software Engineer in Iowa earns $127,900 per year, which is below the national average of $132,270. This translates to approximately $61.49 per hour, $4,919 biweekly, or $10,658 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)	$95,900	$46.11
Average (50th)	$127,900	$61.49
Experienced (75th)	$147,100	$70.71
Top Earners (90th)	$166,300	$79.95

Software Engineer Salary by City in Iowa

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Des Moines	$138,100	$11,508/mo
Cedar Rapids	$130,500	$10,875/mo
Davenport	$125,300	$10,442/mo
Sioux City	$121,500	$10,125/mo
Iowa City	$118,900	$9,908/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Technology
Typical Education	Bachelor's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	25% (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 Software Engineers 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 technology professionals.

Calculate Your Iowa Take-Home Pay

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