Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $96,430 | $102,499 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.36 | $49.28 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $109,829.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Iowa is $96,430, or about $46.36 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Iowa is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,500 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $96,430, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.