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

Librarian Salary in Iowa

The median librarian salary in Iowa is $54,459 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $61,190.

Median Salary

$54,459

vs National

$-6,731

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Librarian Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level librarian earns around $37,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,320 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,380

$-4,620 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$55,180

$-6,820 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$78,320

$-9,680 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$34,888	$39,200	$-4,312
25th Percentile	$43,610	$49,000	$-5,390
Median (50th)	$54,459	$61,190	$-6,731
75th Percentile	$68,708	$77,200	$-8,492
90th Percentile	$85,974	$96,600	$-10,626

Major Cities for Librarians in Iowa

The largest employment areas for librarians 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