How much does an agricultural technician make in Iowa?
$64,070a year
Median yearly pay for agricultural technicians in Iowa. That is $30.80 an hour or $5,339 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.80
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 39
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,730Median: $64,070Highest 10%: $82,580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,730 | $16.70 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $64,070 | $30.80 | |
| 75th | $75,990 | $36.53 | |
| 90th | $82,580 | $39.70 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $65,300 |
| Iowa City, IA | $59,820 |
| Ames, IA | $48,430 |
| Davenport, IA | $43,960 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $40,110 |
| Omaha, NE | $38,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for agricultural technicians.
| 1. Iowa | $64,070 |
| 2. Wyoming | $63,120 |
| 3. Arizona | $62,990 |
| 4. California | $60,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an agricultural technician make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $30.80 ($64,070 a year).
Do agricultural technicians make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $64,070 against $49,630 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Iowa rank for agricultural technician pay?
Iowa ranks 1 of 39 states.
Which city in Iowa pays agricultural technicians the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $65,300 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.