Engineering Iowa (IA) Rank #39 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Iowa

The median civil engineer salary in Iowa is $80,047 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary

$80,047

vs National

$-9,893

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Civil Engineer Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $55,180, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,700 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,180

$-6,820 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,100

$-9,900 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$115,700

$-14,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,756	$60,400	$-6,644
25th Percentile	$65,148	$73,200	$-8,052
Median (50th)	$80,047	$89,940	$-9,893
75th Percentile	$101,460	$114,000	$-12,540
90th Percentile	$123,354	$138,600	$-15,246

Major Cities for Civil Engineers in Iowa

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Iowa include Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Sioux City. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Des Moines, IA