How much does a biological science teacher make in Iowa?
$78,060a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in Iowa. That is $37.53 an hour or $6,505 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.53
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,130Median: $78,060Highest 10%: $167,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,130 | $28.43 | |
| 25th | $63,810 | $30.68 | |
| Median | $78,060 | $37.53 | |
| 75th | $104,000 | $49.98 | |
| 90th | $167,300 | $80.43 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Davenport, IA | $76,160 |
| Des Moines, IA | $75,180 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $74,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 37. Louisiana | $79,010 |
| 38. Tennessee | $78,940 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $78,920 |
| 40. Iowa | $78,060 |
| 41. North Carolina | $77,700 |
| 42. Arkansas | $77,670 |
| 43. Alabama | $77,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $37.53 ($78,060 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $78,060 against $84,620 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Iowa rank for biological science teacher pay?
Iowa ranks 40 of 49 states.
Which city in Iowa pays biological science teachers the most?
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL, with a median of $76,160 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.