How much does an animal trainer make in Iowa?
$43,020a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Iowa. That is $20.68 an hour or $3,585 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.68
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,070Median: $43,020Highest 10%: $83,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,070 | $14.94 | |
| 25th | $34,600 | $16.63 | |
| Median | $43,020 | $20.68 | |
| 75th | $64,580 | $31.05 | |
| 90th | $83,860 | $40.32 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $38,370 |
| Omaha, NE | $34,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 12. Montana | $44,680 |
| 13. Colorado | $44,290 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $43,580 |
| 15. Iowa | $43,020 |
| 16. Minnesota | $41,690 |
| 17. Idaho | $40,770 |
| 18. Maine | $40,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $20.68 ($43,020 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $43,020 against $39,990 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Iowa rank for animal trainer pay?
Iowa ranks 15 of 47 states.
Which city in Iowa pays animal trainers the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $38,370 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.