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Manicurist Salary in Iowa (2026)

Iowa ranks 7th of 50 states for Manicurist pay, with a median about 26% above the national average. Of the 190 Manicurist jobs BLS counts in Iowa, the typical worker earns $45,420 a year — though pay ranges from $15,800 for newcomers to $58,150 at the top.

Manicurist pay range in Iowa

Percentile	Annual wage	Meaning
10th percentile (entry)	$15,800	Lowest-paid 10% earn less than this
25th percentile	$30,210	A quarter earn less
Median (50th)	$45,420	Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile	$57,770	Top quarter starts here
90th percentile (top)	$58,150	Highest-paid 10% earn more than this

BLS reports 190 Manicurist jobs in Iowa (occupation code 39-5092, “Manicurists and Pedicurists”).

Gross vs. take-home in Iowa

A median Manicurist salary of $45,420 doesn’t all reach your bank account. After federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare, plus Iowa state income tax, a single filer keeps about $36,949 — an effective tax rate of 18.7%.

Gross (median)	$45,420
Federal income tax	−$3,270
Social Security + Medicare	−$3,475
Iowa state income tax	−$1,726
Take-home (annual)	$36,949
Take-home (monthly)	$3,079

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Manicurist make in Iowa?

The median Manicurist salary in Iowa is $45,420 per year ($21.84 per hour) according to the latest BLS data. The middle 50% earn between $30,210 and $57,770.

What is the take-home pay for a Manicurist in Iowa?

On the median salary of $45,420, a single filer in Iowa takes home about $36,949 per year ($3,079 per month) after federal tax, FICA, and state income tax — an effective tax rate of 18.7%.

How many Manicurist jobs are there in Iowa?

BLS counts 190 Manicurist jobs in Iowa in the latest survey (May 2025).

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