Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $86,480 | $97,290 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $41.58 | $46.77 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $98,497.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Ultrasound Technician in Iowa is $86,480, or about $41.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Ultrasound Technicians is $97,290. Iowa is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level ultrasound technicians in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 740 ultrasound technician jobs on record and a median salary of $86,480, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.