According to SalaryDr data from 9 verified family medicine physicians in Iowa, the median total compensation for Family Medicine in 2026 is $315,000. The 25th percentile is $300,000 and the 75th percentile is $345,000. Base salary: $274,444. Bonuses: $42,778 (13% receive). Satisfaction: 3.3/5. Workload: ~48 hrs/week. Source: https://www.salarydr.com/specialty/family-medicine/iowa Sample size: 9. Last updated: April 21, 2026.
As of April 21, 2026, a Family Medicine physician in Iowa earns approximately $315,000 per year ($26,250 monthly). Based on an average 48-hour work week, this translates to about $127 per hour. Looking for a broader view? See the Family Medicine physician salary overview or compare nearby states below.
From 9 verified physician salary submissions in Iowa, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $300,000 to $345,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $390,000 annually. Compared to the national median of $315,000, Family Medicine physician salaries in Iowa are in line with the national median.
In Iowa, the salary progression for family medicine physician physicians shows significant growth potential. Entry-level positions start at $282,500, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $345,000 - a 22% increase.
In Iowa, the most common work environment is Hospital Employed (78% of physicians). On average, base salary accounts for 87% of total compensation—about $274,444—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Iowa offers unique advantages for family medicine physician physicians, including competitive local markets and quality of life benefits. The cost of living in Iowa varies by region within the state.
Local family medicine physician physicians report 3.3/5 career satisfaction, with 67% of those surveyed saying they would choose this specialty again.
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Last updated: April 21, 2026
Distribution based on 9 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $315,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Family Medicine physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Family Medicine physicians who would choose this specialty again.
Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.
On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.
Average Salary
$317,222
Median Salary
$315,000
Salary Range
$300,000 - $345,000
National Average
$317,222
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
9 local / 9 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital-employed | $316,429 | 7 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
Compare salary data across different practice settings for Family Medicine physicians in Iowa:
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 3-5 years | $282,500 | 4 submissions |
| 6-10 years | $333,750 | 4 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $390,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
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| Subspecialty | Average Salary | Sample Size | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports Medicine | $334,643 | 14 submissions | Treats athletic injuries and conditions, focusing on arthroscopic procedures and accelerated rehabilitation protocols. |
| Geriatrics | $330,932 | 11 submissions | Focuses on specialized geriatrics procedures and treatments within family medicine, providing expert care in this specific area. |
* Subspecialties with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
* Data is aggregated from verified physician submissions.