Technology Iowa (IA) Rank #40 of 50

Software Engineer Salary in Iowa

The median software engineer salary in Iowa is $106,812 per year, which is 14% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$106,812

vs National

$-17,388

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Software Engineer Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level software engineer earns around $67,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $159,100 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$67,080

$-10,920 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$107,500

$-17,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$159,100

$-25,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$64,156	$74,600	$-10,444
25th Percentile	$84,452	$98,200	$-13,748
Median (50th)	$106,812	$124,200	$-17,388
75th Percentile	$136,052	$158,200	$-22,148
90th Percentile	$170,779	$198,580	$-27,801

Software Engineer Salary by City in Iowa

The largest employment areas for software engineers 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

$110,538

Pop. 214,133 · COL 92%

Cedar Rapids, IA

$105,570

Pop. 137,710 · COL 88%

Davenport, IA

$103,086

Pop. 101,724 · COL 86%

Sioux City, IA

$100,602

Pop. 85,797 · COL 84%

Iowa City, IA

$114,264

Pop. 74,828 · COL 95%

How to Become a Software Engineer in Iowa

Education

Most software engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Iowa has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonJavaScriptSQLGitCloud PlatformsSystem Design

Job Outlook in Iowa

Nationally, software engineer employment is projected to grow 25% over the next decade (much faster than average). Iowa's demand may vary based on local industry trends.