Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $131,730 | $294,133 | -55% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.33 | $141.41 | -55% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $150,034.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in Iowa is $131,730, or about $63.33 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. Iowa is -55% below the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 100 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $131,730, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.