Legislators Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Iowa
Legislators in Iowa earn a median salary of $37,495 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -16.3% vs the national median of $44,810. An estimated 250 legislators are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $33,840 to $42,140 depending on location.
$37,495
Avg median salary in Iowa
$42,140
Highest paying metro
$33,840
Lowest paying metro
250
Employed in Iowa
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inLegislators salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Iowa | $42,140 | $38,340 | $54,140 | 40 |
| Southwest Iowa | $38,850 | $35,100 | $44,730 | 60 |
| Davenport, IA-IL | $35,150 | $29,120 | $49,080 | 80 |
| Southeast Iowa | $33,840 | $30,550 | $42,890 | 70 |