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Technical Writers average salary by city in Iowa
- Davenport$78,510
- Des Moines$75,770
- Cedar Rapids$74,620
- Dubuque$67,330
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | $78,510 | $77,170 | $57,660 | $61,690 | 89 |
| Des Moines | $75,770 | $69,450 | $63,060 | $59,867 | 92 |
| Cedar Rapids | $74,620 | $69,410 | $58,140 | $59,101 | 89 |
| Dubuque | $67,330 | $57,400 | $52,750 | $54,250 | 87 |
*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 27-3042.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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