Graphic Designers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for graphic designers is $24.19 an hour ($50,310 a year). About 2,100 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($62,960). Iowa ranks 45th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for graphic designers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.77 | $36,970 |
| 25% of workers | $21.45 | $44,610 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.19 | $50,310 |
| 75% of workers | $30.60 | $63,640 |
| 90% of workers | $36.30 | $75,510 |
Graphic Designers pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids | $58,520 | 200 |
| Ames | $57,060 | 110 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $56,520 | 740 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $52,500 | 170 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $51,060 | 110 |
| Iowa City | $49,350 | 110 |
| Dubuque | $48,620 | 120 |
| Sioux City | $47,270 | 60 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for graphic designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -1.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 16,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $114,890 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $69,060 |
| Interior Designers | $58,040 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $39,680 |
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