Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $96,540 | $104,968 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.41 | $50.47 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $109,954.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Iowa is $96,540, or about $46.41 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Iowa is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,720 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $96,540, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.