How much does a graphic designer make in Iowa?
$50,310a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Iowa. That is $24.19 an hour or $4,193 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.19
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,970Median: $50,310Highest 10%: $75,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,970 | $17.77 | |
| 25th | $44,610 | $21.45 | |
| Median | $50,310 | $24.19 | |
| 75th | $63,640 | $30.60 | |
| 90th | $75,510 | $36.30 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $58,520 |
| Omaha, NE | $58,020 |
| Ames, IA | $57,060 |
| Des Moines, IA | $56,520 |
| Davenport, IA | $52,500 |
| Waterloo, IA | $51,060 |
| Iowa City, IA | $49,350 |
| Dubuque, IA | $48,620 |
| Sioux City, IA | $47,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 42. Kentucky | $52,960 |
| 43. Alabama | $51,070 |
| 44. Idaho | $50,350 |
| 45. Iowa | $50,310 |
| 46. Louisiana | $49,910 |
| 47. South Dakota | $48,390 |
| 48. Arkansas | $46,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $24.19 ($50,310 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $50,310 against $62,960 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Iowa rank for graphic designer pay?
Iowa ranks 45 of 51 states.
Which city in Iowa pays graphic designers the most?
Cedar Rapids, IA, with a median of $58,520 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.