Producers and Directors pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for producers and directors is $28.15 an hour ($58,550 a year). About 720 people work in this job there.
That is 35% lower than the U.S. median ($90,360). Iowa ranks 40th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for producers and directors in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.74 | $36,900 |
| 25% of workers | $20.66 | $42,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.15 | $58,550 |
| 75% of workers | $36.37 | $75,650 |
| 90% of workers | $48.67 | $101,230 |
Producers and Directors pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City | $63,090 | 50 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $62,370 | 210 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $55,190 | 60 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $51,500 | 40 |
| Cedar Rapids | $49,210 | 110 |
| Sioux City | $46,370 | 50 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for producers and directors
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 12,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Editors | $57,200 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $43,540 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $49,350 |
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