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

Major Cities for Software Engineers in Iowa

The largest employment areas for software engineers 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