Technology Iowa (IA) Rank #40 of 50

Solutions Architect Salary in Iowa

The median solutions architect salary in Iowa is $129,000 per year, which is 14% below the national median of $150,000.

Median Salary

$129,000

vs National

$-21,000

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Solutions Architect Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level solutions architect earns around $81,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $184,900 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$81,700

$-13,300 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$130,720

$-21,280 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$184,900

$-30,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$77,400	$90,000	$-12,600
25th Percentile	$101,480	$118,000	$-16,520
Median (50th)	$129,000	$150,000	$-21,000
75th Percentile	$165,120	$192,000	$-26,880
90th Percentile	$193,500	$225,000	$-31,500

Solutions Architect Salary by City in Iowa

The largest employment areas for solutions architects 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

$133,500

Pop. 214,133 · COL 92%

Cedar Rapids, IA

$127,500

Pop. 137,710 · COL 88%

Davenport, IA

$124,500

Pop. 101,724 · COL 86%

Sioux City, IA

$121,500

Pop. 85,797 · COL 84%

Iowa City, IA

$138,000

Pop. 74,828 · COL 95%

How to Become a Solutions Architect in Iowa

Education

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

Key Skills

Cloud ArchitectureSystem DesignAWS/AzureMicroservicesSecurityCommunication

Job Outlook in Iowa

Nationally, solutions architect employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Iowa's demand may vary based on local industry trends.