First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for first-line supervisors of police and detectives is $47.52 an hour ($98,840 a year). About 1,370 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($106,040). Iowa ranks 26th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for first-line supervisors of police and detectives in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.61 | $76,150 |
| 25% of workers | $39.92 | $83,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.52 | $98,840 |
| 75% of workers | $56.63 | $117,790 |
| 90% of workers | $60.80 | $126,470 |
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids | $120,030 | 130 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $117,790 | 330 |
| Dubuque | $113,920 | 60 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $106,660 | 90 |
| Iowa City | $105,570 | 90 |
| Sioux City | $105,000 | 70 |
| Ames | $102,930 | 60 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $97,860 | 200 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for first-line supervisors of police and detectives
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.3% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 10,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $74,470 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $53,040 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $77,390 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $76,010 |
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