May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Iowa City
Iowa City, IA
296 occupations
Across 296 occupations with published wages in Iowa City, anesthesiologists record the highest median at $407,230 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Iowa City
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anesthesiologists | $407,230 | 40 | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $257,340 | 470 | |
| 3 | Family Medicine Physicians | $208,900 | 30 | |
| 4 | Chief Executives | $205,340 | 110 | |
| 5 | Dentists, General | $199,410 | 50 | |
| 6 | Psychiatrists | $161,550 | 30 | |
| 7 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $151,850 | 50 | |
| 8 | Pharmacists | $142,530 | 450 | |
| 9 | Budget Analysts | $134,850 | 40 | |
| 10 | Physician Assistants | $134,770 | 230 | |
| 11 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $134,210 | 160 | |
| 12 | Financial Managers | $132,220 | 390 | |
| 13 | Nurse Practitioners | $129,030 | 330 | |
| 14 | Veterinarians | $128,180 | 40 | |
| 15 | Public Relations Managers | $127,760 | 70 | |
| 16 | Lawyers | $127,210 | 140 | |
| 17 | Sales Managers | $126,520 | 100 | |
| 18 | Administrative Services Managers | $120,940 | 70 | |
| 19 | Information Security Analysts | $120,370 | 80 | |
| 20 | Marketing Managers | $118,850 | 80 | |
| 21 | Human Resources Managers | $118,070 | 160 | |
| 22 | Computer Programmers | $113,590 | 100 | |
| 23 | Managers, All Other | $109,140 | 180 | |
| 24 | Software Developers | $107,680 | 690 | |
| 25 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $107,570 | 680 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 4,090 | $85,940 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,890 | $28,760 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,710 | $29,940 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 2,360 | $61,960 |
| Cashiers | 2,090 | $29,080 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,890 | $22,030 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 1,780 | $35,630 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,600 | $81,120 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,540 | $37,660 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,350 | $36,440 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $21,900 | 790 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $22,030 | 1,890 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $27,700 | 30 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,510 | 280 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,760 | 2,890 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $28,860 | 270 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,870 | 400 |
| Cashiers | $29,080 | 2,090 |
| Childcare Workers | $29,170 | 460 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $29,200 | 440 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.