How much does a life scientist make in Iowa?
$64,270a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Iowa. That is $30.90 an hour or $5,356 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.90
- Vs. national median
- -31%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,160Median: $64,270Highest 10%: $100,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,160 | $30.37 | |
| 25th | $64,270 | $30.90 | |
| Median | $64,270 | $30.90 | |
| 75th | $81,850 | $39.35 | |
| 90th | $100,500 | $48.32 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 27. Colorado | $66,250 |
| 28. Illinois | $66,190 |
| 29. Minnesota | $64,610 |
| 30. Iowa | $64,270 |
| 31. Michigan | $63,960 |
| 32. Ohio | $62,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $30.90 ($64,270 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $64,270 against $93,750 nationally, 31% less.
Where does Iowa rank for life scientist pay?
Iowa ranks 30 of 32 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.