DOL Median (Iowa)
$50,112
vs National
-28.4%
National: $70,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$55,495
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$50,112
-28.4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$70,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Astronomers in Iowa earns $50,112 in nominal terms, which is 28.4% below the national average of $70,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 90.3 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $55,495 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Iowa
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Iowa | $50,112 | 4 |
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How much does a Astronomers make in Iowa?
The median Astronomers salary in Iowa is $50,112 based on 3 DOL filings.
Is Iowa a good place to work as a Astronomers?
A Astronomers in Iowa earns 28.4% less than the national median of $70,000, or $55,495 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.