Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $42,750 | $44,480 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.55 | $21.38 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $48,690.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Delivery Driver in Iowa is $42,750, or about $20.55 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Delivery Drivers is $44,480. Iowa is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level delivery drivers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,680 delivery driver jobs on record and a median salary of $42,750, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.