English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Iowa
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary in Iowa earn a median salary of $64,048 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -18.2% vs the national median of $78,270. An estimated 280 english language and literature teachers, postsecondary are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $58,450 to $73,950 depending on location.
$64,048
Avg median salary in Iowa
$73,950
Highest paying metro
$58,450
Lowest paying metro
280
Employed in Iowa
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English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Iowa | $73,950 | $58,140 | $78,780 | 30 |
| Southeast Iowa | $64,540 | $46,390 | $79,110 | 70 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $63,720 | $61,610 | $78,560 | 40 |
| Des Moines, IA | $59,580 | $50,790 | $81,260 | 100 |
| Davenport, IA-IL | $58,450 | $48,140 | $78,370 | 40 |