Diagnostic Medical Sonographers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for diagnostic medical sonographers is $41.58 an hour ($86,480 a year). About 740 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($96,590). Iowa ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for diagnostic medical sonographers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.85 | $72,480 |
| 25% of workers | $38.70 | $80,490 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.58 | $86,480 |
| 75% of workers | $46.91 | $97,570 |
| 90% of workers | $49.02 | $101,970 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $87,080 | 170 |
| Iowa City | $86,940 | 90 |
| Cedar Rapids | $86,480 | 70 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $82,870 | 100 |
| Ames | $82,110 | 30 |
| Sioux City | $81,450 | 40 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $80,620 | 40 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for diagnostic medical sonographers
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +13.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 6,000 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $65,930 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,910 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,540 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,630 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,860 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $54,260 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $50,640 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,660 |
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