Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $89,910 | $101,555 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $43.23 | $48.82 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,403.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Iowa is $89,910, or about $43.23 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Iowa is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,290 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $89,910, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.