Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $45,560 | $47,593 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.90 | $22.88 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $51,891.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinary Technician in Iowa is $45,560, or about $21.90 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinary Technicians is $47,593. Iowa is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinary technicians in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,220 veterinary technician jobs on record and a median salary of $45,560, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.