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

Technical Writer Salary in Iowa

The median technical writer salary in Iowa is $71,164 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $79,960.

Median Salary

$71,164

vs National

$-8,796

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Technical Writer Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level technical writer earns around $46,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $105,020 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$46,280

$-5,720 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$71,200

$-8,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$105,020

$-12,980 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$44,322	$49,800	$-5,478
25th Percentile	$56,070	$63,000	$-6,930
Median (50th)	$71,164	$79,960	$-8,796
75th Percentile	$91,492	$102,800	$-11,308
90th Percentile	$114,454	$128,600	$-14,146

Major Cities for Technical Writers in Iowa

The largest employment areas for technical writers 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