Physicians (Pathologists) Salary in Iowa
Physicians (Pathologists) in Iowa earn a median of $323,460 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $323,460
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($312,400)
- Rank among states
- 11 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range in Iowa
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,150; the top 10% earn over $350,950. Nationally the range is $92,540 to $449,970.
States ranked near Iowa
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- Radiologists$405,220 median in Iowa
- Veterinarians$124,610 median in Iowa
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$83,850 median in Iowa
- Allergists and Immunologists$295,190 median in Iowa (broader BLS group)
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$82,720 median in Iowa (broader BLS group)
- Urologists$295,190 median in Iowa (broader BLS group)
Physicians (Pathologists) pay in Iowa
How much do physicians (pathologists) make in Iowa?
The median is $323,460 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,150 and the top 10% earn over $350,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Iowa a good state for physicians (pathologists)?
On pay alone it ranks 11 of 33 (+4% vs. the national median of $312,400). Living costs are not included.