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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2024 release
High School Teacher Salary in Iowa
Median Annual in Iowa
$60,812/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$29.24/hr
▼ 7% below U.S. median
groups Employed in IA
11,428
public U.S. Median
$65,220
trending_up National Outlook
+1%
High School Teacher pay in Iowa, explained
High school teachers in Iowa earn a median of $60,812 per year ($29.24 per hour), which is 7% below the national median of $65,220. Entry-level workers earn around $40,136, while the most experienced high school teachers reach about $88,786. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Iowa.
High School Teacher in Iowa: FAQ
How much do high school teachers make in Iowa?
High school teachers in Iowa earn a median of $60,812 per year ($29.24 per hour), compared with $65,220 nationally.
Does Iowa pay high school teachers well?
At $60,812, Iowa pays 7% below the national median for high school teachers. An estimated 11,428 work in the state.