Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $134,010 | $146,653 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.43 | $70.51 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $152,631.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Iowa is $134,010, or about $64.43 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Iowa is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,260 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $134,010, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.