Receptionists and Information Clerks Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $34,040 -8.6% vs national
Median hourly $16.36
10th percentile $22,600
90th percentile $44,440
Employed locally 570
National median $37,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,600
    25th
    $27,950
    50th (median)
    $34,040
    75th
    $39,830
    90th
    $44,440

    Top-paying metros for Receptionists and Information Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $48,060
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $45,710
    Vallejo, CA $45,580
    Napa, CA $45,440
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $45,430
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $45,300

    Related occupations in Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General$39,320
    Customer Service Representatives$39,220
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$45,440
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$39,020
    Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks$47,650
    Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants$37,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Receptionists and Information Clerks make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Receptionists and Information Clerks in Southeast Iowa is $16.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.33 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Receptionists and Information Clerks salaries?

    The median Receptionists and Information Clerks salary in Southeast Iowa is 8.6% below the national median of $37,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Receptionists and Information Clerks in Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Receptionists and Information Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $22,600 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,950.