Materials Scientists Salary in Iowa

Median Salary

$88,320

per year

Hourly Rate

$42.46

per hour

Employment

180

in Iowa

vs. National Avg

-25.0%

National: $117,790

📊 Compared to the national median of $117,790, Iowa pays 25.0% LESS for Materials Scientists positions.

Purchasing Power

$99,013

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

89.2

11% below national avg

Rent/Income

13%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Iowa

10th

$52,450

25th

$67,590

Median

$88,320

75th

$124,100

90th

$149,020

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).