How much does a helper make in Iowa?
$48,430a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in Iowa. That is $23.28 an hour or $4,036 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.28
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,820Median: $48,430Highest 10%: $53,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,820 | $16.74 | |
| 25th | $41,050 | $19.74 | |
| Median | $48,430 | $23.28 | |
| 75th | $49,930 | $24.00 | |
| 90th | $53,440 | $25.69 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $48,550 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $48,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers.
| 3. Missouri | $51,630 |
| 4. Illinois | $49,880 |
| 5. California | $48,430 |
| 6. Iowa | $48,430 |
| 7. Arizona | $47,830 |
| 8. Colorado | $47,030 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $46,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $23.28 ($48,430 a year).
Do helpers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $48,430 against $42,670 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Iowa rank for helper pay?
Iowa ranks 6 of 40 states.
Which city in Iowa pays helpers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $48,550 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.