Orthoptists Salary in Iowa
Orthoptists in Iowa earn a median of $89,480 a year, −22% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $89,480
- vs. U.S. median
- −22% ($115,210)
- Rank among states
- 32 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range in Iowa
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,420; the top 10% earn over $147,660. Nationally the range is $65,210 to $195,190.
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Orthoptists pay in Iowa
How much do orthoptists make in Iowa?
The median is $89,480 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,420 and the top 10% earn over $147,660. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Iowa a good state for orthoptists?
On pay alone it ranks 32 of 43 (−22% vs. the national median of $115,210). Living costs are not included.