Retail Salespersons Salary in Iowa
Retail Salespersons in Iowa earn a median of $31,360 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $31,360
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($35,410)
- Rank among states
- 39 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 41,000
Pay range in Iowa
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,220; the top 10% earn over $45,900. Nationally the range is $27,210 to $47,890.
States ranked near Iowa
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Retail Salespersons pay in Iowa
How much do retail salespersons make in Iowa?
The median is $31,360 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,220 and the top 10% earn over $45,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Iowa a good state for retail salespersons?
On pay alone it ranks 39 of 51 (−11% vs. the national median of $35,410). Living costs are not included.