How much does an umpire make in Iowa?
$43,040a year
Median yearly pay for umpires in Iowa. That is $20.69 an hour or $3,587 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.69
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,860Median: $43,040Highest 10%: $104,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,860 | $13.39 | |
| 25th | $32,280 | $15.52 | |
| Median | $43,040 | $20.69 | |
| 75th | $64,640 | $31.08 | |
| 90th | $104,000 | $50.00 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $34,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for umpires.
| 13. California | $44,530 |
| 14. Colorado | $44,230 |
| 15. Pennsylvania | $44,200 |
| 16. Iowa | $43,040 |
| 17. Texas | $42,920 |
| 18. Washington | $41,350 |
| 19. Virginia | $40,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an umpire make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $20.69 ($43,040 a year).
Do umpires make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $43,040 against $40,710 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Iowa rank for umpire pay?
Iowa ranks 16 of 34 states.
Which city in Iowa pays umpires the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $34,370 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.