How much does a psychiatrist make in Iowa?
$295,300a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists in Iowa. That is $141.96 an hour or $24,610 a month.
- Hourly
- $141.96
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,320Median: $295,300Highest 10%: $427,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,320 | $37.17 | |
| 25th | $151,600 | $72.87 | |
| Median | $295,300 | $141.96 | |
| 75th | $360,900 | $173.51 | |
| 90th | $427,800 | $205.68 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $358,000 |
| Iowa City, IA | $161,600 |
| Omaha, NE | $132,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatrists.
| 12. Vermont | $302,800 |
| 13. Maine | $300,200 |
| 14. Utah | $299,700 |
| 15. Iowa | $295,300 |
| 16. Virginia | $295,000 |
| 17. Michigan | $291,900 |
| 18. Hawaii | $290,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatrist make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $141.96 ($295,300 a year).
Do psychiatrists make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $295,300 against $281,900 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Iowa rank for psychiatrist pay?
Iowa ranks 15 of 46 states.
Which city in Iowa pays psychiatrists the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $358,000 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.