Creative & Education Iowa City, IA Pop. 74,828

ESL Teacher Salary in Iowa City, Iowa

The median esl teacher salary in Iowa City, IA is $53,200 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 6.7% above the Iowa state average.

City Median
$53,200
vs State Avg
+$3,360
vs National
$-2,800
Cost of Living
95%

ESL Teacher Salary in Iowa City by Experience

In Iowa City, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $36,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,100
$-1,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$54,150
$-2,850 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$79,800
$-4,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa City, IA

Percentile Iowa City
10th Percentile $34,200
25th Percentile $41,800
Median (50th) $53,200
75th Percentile $68,400
90th Percentile $83,600

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Iowa Cities

Des Moines, IA
$51,520
Pop. 214,133
Cedar Rapids, IA
$49,280
Pop. 137,710
Davenport, IA
$48,160
Pop. 101,724
Sioux City, IA
$47,040
Pop. 85,797

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Iowa City

Education

Most esl teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Iowa City and the surrounding Iowa area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, esl teacher employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Iowa City may vary based on local industry and population growth.