Legislators Salary in Southwest Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,850 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $27,840
90th percentile $44,730
Employed locally 60
National median $44,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,840
    25th
    $35,100
    50th (median)
    $38,850
    75th
    $44,730
    90th
    $44,730

    Top-paying metros for Legislators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Utica-Rome, NY $173,280
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $157,080
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $141,990
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $138,380
    Champaign-Urbana, IL $137,740
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $125,960

    Related occupations in Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$77,080
    Medical and Health Services Managers$100,830
    Financial Managers$103,580
    Industrial Production Managers$99,910
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$98,710
    Chief Executives$162,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Legislators make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Legislators in Southwest Iowa is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Legislators salaries?

    The median Legislators salary in Southwest Iowa is 13.3% below the national median of $44,810. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Legislators in Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Legislators (10th percentile) earn around $27,840 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,100.