How much does a director make in Iowa?
$66,140a year
Median yearly pay for directors in Iowa. That is $31.80 an hour or $5,512 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.80
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,600Median: $66,140Highest 10%: $102,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,600 | $19.52 | |
| 25th | $47,150 | $22.67 | |
| Median | $66,140 | $31.80 | |
| 75th | $89,140 | $42.86 | |
| 90th | $102,900 | $49.47 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $66,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for directors.
| 3. Georgia | $72,910 |
| 4. Nebraska | $72,500 |
| 5. Colorado | $67,760 |
| 6. Iowa | $66,140 |
| 7. New Jersey | $65,730 |
| 8. North Carolina | $63,280 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $62,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $31.80 ($66,140 a year).
Do directors make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $66,140 against $52,100 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Iowa rank for director pay?
Iowa ranks 6 of 43 states.
Which city in Iowa pays directors the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $66,140 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.