General Internal Medicine Physician salary in Iowa
What general internal medicine physicians earn in Iowa and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$122,920$59.10 per hour
vs U.S.−52%U.S. median $256,560
Middle half earn$82,590 – $288,130Top 10%: $391,510+
Jobs3800.56× the U.S. concentration
General Internal Medicine Physician pay in Iowa cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE-IA | $185,110 | $89.00 | 740 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $127,190 | $61.15 | 120 |
| Iowa City, IA | $82,590 | $39.71 | 100 |
Hospitals and jobs in Iowa
General Internal Medicine Physician pay in similar states
New York · $183,460 Michigan · $149,990 Illinois · $140,680 Nevada · $114,090 New Jersey · $89,990 West Virginia · $72,680
Other healthcare salaries in Iowa
Registered Nurses · $78,630 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,080 Nursing Assistants · $39,350 Medical Assistants · $45,480 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $62,630 Pharmacy Technicians · $44,860 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $54,260 Nurse Practitioners · $130,160 Pharmacists · $138,860 Dental Assistants · $48,430 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $65,930 Physical Therapists · $97,560
Questions
How much does a general internal medicine physician make in Iowa?
General Internal Medicine Physicians in Iowa earned a median of $122,920 a year ($59.10 an hour) in May 2025, 52% less than the national median of $256,560. The middle half earned $82,590 to $288,130.
Where in Iowa do general internal medicine physicians earn the most?
Among areas in Iowa, pay was highest in Omaha, NE-IA at $185,110.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.