How much does a foreign language and literature teacher make in Iowa?
$79,880a year
Median yearly pay for foreign language and literature teachers in Iowa. That is $38.40 an hour or $6,657 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.40
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,470Median: $79,880Highest 10%: $153,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,470 | $30.03 | |
| 25th | $63,800 | $30.67 | |
| Median | $79,880 | $38.40 | |
| 75th | $103,600 | $49.78 | |
| 90th | $153,600 | $73.87 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foreign language and literature teachers.
| 13. Minnesota | $80,650 |
| 14. Connecticut | $80,630 |
| 15. Montana | $79,970 |
| 16. Iowa | $79,880 |
| 17. New Jersey | $79,060 |
| 18. District of Columbia | $78,930 |
| 19. Utah | $78,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a foreign language and literature teacher make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $38.40 ($79,880 a year).
Do foreign language and literature teachers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $79,880 against $79,350 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Iowa rank for foreign language and literature teacher pay?
Iowa ranks 16 of 45 states.
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.