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Biological Scientists, All Other average salary by city in Iowa
- Des Moines$95,530
- Ames$93,750
- Davenport$86,050
- Iowa City$84,140
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | $95,530 | $99,420 | $67,000 | $73,017 | 92 |
| Ames | $93,750 | $82,720 | $82,720 | $71,832 | 89 |
| Davenport | $86,050 | $82,620 | $75,110 | $66,708 | 89 |
| Iowa City | $84,140 | $80,100 | $65,680 | $65,437 | 92 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Iowa school district surtaxes (a percentage of state tax in some districts) are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-1029.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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