Agriculture & Environment Iowa (IA) Rank #39 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Iowa

The median zoologist salary in Iowa is $60,725 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$60,725

vs National

$-7,505

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Zoologist Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level zoologist earns around $40,050, while experienced professionals earn up to $93,450 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$40,050

$-4,950 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$62,300

$-7,700 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$93,450

$-11,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,380	$42,000	$-4,620
25th Percentile	$48,060	$54,000	$-5,940
Median (50th)	$60,725	$68,230	$-7,505
75th Percentile	$80,100	$90,000	$-9,900
90th Percentile	$99,680	$112,000	$-12,320

Zoologist Salary by City in Iowa

The largest employment areas for zoologists 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

$62,772

Pop. 214,133 · COL 92%

Cedar Rapids, IA

$60,042

Pop. 137,710 · COL 88%

Davenport, IA

$58,678

Pop. 101,724 · COL 86%

Sioux City, IA

$57,313

Pop. 85,797 · COL 84%

Iowa City, IA

$64,819

Pop. 74,828 · COL 95%

How to Become a Zoologist in Iowa

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Iowa

Nationally, zoologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Iowa's demand may vary based on local industry trends.