How much does a sociology teacher make in Iowa?
$81,910a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Iowa. That is $39.38 an hour or $6,826 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.38
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,460Median: $81,910Highest 10%: $150,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,460 | $23.78 | |
| 25th | $65,270 | $31.38 | |
| Median | $81,910 | $39.38 | |
| 75th | $122,300 | $58.80 | |
| 90th | $150,200 | $72.23 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $77,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 19. Louisiana | $83,700 |
| 20. Washington | $83,140 |
| 21. Illinois | $82,610 |
| 22. Iowa | $81,910 |
| 23. Texas | $81,220 |
| 24. Indiana | $79,880 |
| 25. Ohio | $79,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $39.38 ($81,910 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $81,910 against $84,290 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Iowa rank for sociology teacher pay?
Iowa ranks 22 of 46 states.
Which city in Iowa pays sociology teachers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $77,140 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.