Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $74,470 | $79,739 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.80 | $38.34 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $84,818.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Iowa is $74,470, or about $35.80 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Iowa is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,130 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $74,470, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.