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Budget Analysts average salary by city in Iowa
- Iowa City$122,820
- Davenport$100,410
- Des Moines$92,720
- Ames$82,450
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa City | $122,820 | $134,850 | $107,240 | $91,158 | 92 |
| Davenport | $100,410 | $102,020 | $87,630 | $76,265 | 89 |
| Des Moines | $92,720 | $91,920 | $79,050 | $71,147 | 92 |
| Ames | $82,450 | $84,030 | $63,760 | $64,312 | 89 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Iowa school district surtaxes (a percentage of state tax in some districts) are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Budget Analysts salary in other states
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 13-2031.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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