Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Iowa - FY2025 DOL Data

DOL Median (Iowa)

$48,400

vs National

-6.1%

National: $51,542

BLS Median (area)

N/A

COL-Adjusted

$53,599

Purchasing power equiv.

Salary Comparison

This Location (DOL)

$48,400

-6.1% vs national

National Average (DOL)

$51,542

Baseline

BLS Estimate (This Area)

N/A

No comparison

Purchasing Power Analysis

A Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Iowa earns $48,400 in nominal terms, which is 6.1% below the national average of $51,542. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 90.3 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $53,599 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
Iowa State University of Science and Technology	$48,400	2

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists make in Iowa?

The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Iowa is $48,400 based on 1 DOL filings.

Is Iowa a good place to work as a Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists?

A Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Iowa earns 6.1% less than the national median of $51,542, or $53,599 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.