Compliance Officers Salary in Waterloo, IA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA

Median annual salary $66,390 -15.3% vs national
Median hourly $31.92
10th percentile $45,810
90th percentile $101,200
Employed locally 140
National median $78,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,810
    25th
    $54,950
    50th (median)
    $66,390
    75th
    $84,620
    90th
    $101,200

    Waterloo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,916 2023 • Census ACS
    Compliance Officers salary vs area income 96% Median Compliance Officers salary is 4% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Compliance Officers make per hour in Waterloo?

    The median hourly wage for Compliance Officers in Waterloo, IA is $31.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.58 or more per hour.

    Is Waterloo above or below average for Compliance Officers salaries?

    The median Compliance Officers salary in Waterloo, IA is 15.3% below the national median of $78,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Compliance Officers in Waterloo?

    Entry-level Compliance Officers (10th percentile) earn around $45,810 per year in Waterloo, IA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,950.