Average UX Designer Salary in Iowa

Technology · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average UX Designer in Iowa earns $100,700 per year, which is below the national average of $104,100. This translates to approximately $48.41 per hour, $3,873 biweekly, or $8,392 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)	$75,500	$36.30
Average (50th)	$100,700	$48.41
Experienced (75th)	$115,800	$55.68
Top Earners (90th)	$130,900	$62.93

UX Designer Salary by City in Iowa

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Des Moines	$108,800	$9,067/mo
Cedar Rapids	$102,700	$8,558/mo
Davenport	$98,700	$8,225/mo
Sioux City	$95,700	$7,975/mo
Iowa City	$93,700	$7,808/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Technology
Typical Education	Bachelor's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	16% (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 UX 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 technology professionals.

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