How much does a materials scientist make in Iowa?
$88,320a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Iowa. That is $42.46 an hour or $7,360 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.46
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,450Median: $88,320Highest 10%: $149,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,450 | $25.22 | |
| 25th | $67,590 | $32.50 | |
| Median | $88,320 | $42.46 | |
| 75th | $124,100 | $59.66 | |
| 90th | $149,000 | $71.64 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 24. South Carolina | $101,900 |
| 25. Nevada | $97,490 |
| 26. Georgia | $91,970 |
| 27. Iowa | $88,320 |
| 28. Texas | $72,700 |
| 29. Montana | $71,810 |
| 30. Tennessee | $69,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $42.46 ($88,320 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $88,320 against $117,800 nationally, 25% less.
Where does Iowa rank for materials scientist pay?
Iowa ranks 27 of 30 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.