How much does a social worker make in Iowa?
$91,170a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Iowa. That is $43.83 an hour or $7,598 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.83
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,310Median: $91,170Highest 10%: $113,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,310 | $22.75 | |
| 25th | $81,370 | $39.12 | |
| Median | $91,170 | $43.83 | |
| 75th | $105,800 | $50.84 | |
| 90th | $113,800 | $54.71 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $94,930 |
| Omaha, NE | $92,480 |
| Iowa City, IA | $90,900 |
| Davenport, IA | $81,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 13. Delaware | $93,250 |
| 14. Virginia | $92,930 |
| 15. Mississippi | $91,560 |
| 16. Iowa | $91,170 |
| 17. New Mexico | $90,820 |
| 18. Idaho | $88,610 |
| 19. Kentucky | $85,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $43.83 ($91,170 a year).
Do social workers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $91,170 against $71,900 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Iowa rank for social worker pay?
Iowa ranks 16 of 50 states.
Which city in Iowa pays social workers the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $94,930 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.