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

Social Worker Salary in Iowa

The median social worker salary in Iowa is $49,262 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $55,350.

Median Salary

$49,262

vs National

$-6,088

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Social Worker Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level social worker earns around $33,820, while experienced professionals earn up to $72,980 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$33,820

$-4,180 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$49,840

$-6,160 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$72,980

$-9,020 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$32,396	$36,400	$-4,004
25th Percentile	$39,338	$44,200	$-4,862
Median (50th)	$49,262	$55,350	$-6,088
75th Percentile	$62,656	$70,400	$-7,744
90th Percentile	$78,142	$87,800	$-9,658

Major Cities for Social Workers in Iowa

The largest employment areas for social workers 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