Creative & Education Iowa (IA) Rank #39 of 50

College Professor Salary in Iowa

The median college professor salary in Iowa is $74,653 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $83,880.

Median Salary

$74,653

vs National

$-9,227

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

College Professor Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level college professor earns around $42,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,400 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$42,720

$-5,280 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$76,540

$-9,460 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$142,400

$-17,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$40,050	$45,000	$-4,950
25th Percentile	$53,400	$60,000	$-6,600
Median (50th)	$74,653	$83,880	$-9,227
75th Percentile	$106,800	$120,000	$-13,200
90th Percentile	$149,520	$168,000	$-18,480

College Professor Salary by City in Iowa

The largest employment areas for college professors in Iowa include Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Sioux City. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Des Moines, IA

$77,170

Pop. 214,133 · COL 92%

Cedar Rapids, IA

$73,814

Pop. 137,710 · COL 88%

Davenport, IA

$72,137

Pop. 101,724 · COL 86%

Sioux City, IA

$70,459

Pop. 85,797 · COL 84%

Iowa City, IA

$79,686

Pop. 74,828 · COL 95%

How to Become a College Professor in Iowa

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. Iowa has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook in Iowa

Nationally, college professor employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Iowa's demand may vary based on local industry trends.