Lawyers salary in Iowa
How much does a lawyer make in Iowa?
The median lawyer in Iowa earns $123,550 a year, and the mean is $144,760 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks Iowa #34 of 51 states and is $36,120 below the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $123,550 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $144,760 |
| People employed | 3,550 |
| Rank among states (median) | #34 of 51 |
| US median | $159,670 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Median is the middle wage; half of workers earn more and half less. Pay varies with experience, employer and city.
Nearby in the ranking
- Wisconsin: $126,760 median
- Hawaii: $124,990 median
- New Hampshire: $120,810 median
- South Carolina: $120,310 median
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