Therapist Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Therapist Salary
$49.92/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Iowa is $49.92 per hour. This is 3% higher than the US average of $48.54.
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$49.92/hour
Iowa
3% higher than the US average.
$48.54/hour
United States
How does the pay for Therapists in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Michigan ($51) and Wisconsin ($50). Minnesota has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $88. For comparison, the Iowa average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Illinois pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $52 | $63 |
| Michigan | $51 | $58 |
| Wisconsin | $50 | $60 |
| Minnesota | $49 | $88 |
| Missouri | $47 | $60 |
| Kansas | $45 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Iowa?
Patterns Hiring - Perm pays Therapists the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Confluent Health ($38). Confluent Health has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Iowa average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Patterns Hiring - Perm pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $46 | $48 |
| Confluent Health | $38 | $59 |
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Physical Therapist
- Fit For Work
- Fort Madison, IA
$55-62/hour
Home Health Physical Therapist
- Elara Caring
- Ottumwa, IA
- Sign-On Bonus
$85K-120K/year
Occupational Therapist - Home Health
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Fort Dodge, IA
- 5x8 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$37-58/hour
Physical Therapy Assistant
- Fit For Work
- Fort Dodge, IA
$40-50/hour
Home Care Physical Therapist
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Fort Dodge, IA
- 5x8 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$35-52/hour
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