Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $97,560 | $104,506 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.90 | $50.24 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,116.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Iowa is $97,560, or about $46.90 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Iowa is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,530 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $97,560, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.