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Photographers average salary by city in Iowa
- Davenport$47,890
- Des Moines$46,490
- Cedar Rapids$40,410
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | $47,890 | $43,100 | $34,880 | $39,452 | 89 |
| Des Moines | $46,490 | $42,080 | $25,550 | $38,380 | 92 |
| Cedar Rapids | $40,410 | $37,190 | $34,430 | $33,726 | 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.
Photographers salary in other states
More about pay in Iowa
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 27-4021.
- 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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