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Public defender salary in Iowa, 2026

How much does a Public Defender make in Iowa?

Average base salary

$89,222
6%
below national average
Average $89,222
Low $64,998
High $122,474

The average salary for a public defender is $89,222 per year in Iowa. 46 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 27, 2026).

Public Defender job openings in Iowa

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Senior Public Defender: Lead C...
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Public Defender in Iowa

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
BROWN COUNTY
 
$91,325per year
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State of Iowa
 
$90,366per year
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Highest paying cities for Public Defenders near Iowa

  1. Des Moines, IA
    $130,897 per year
  2. Dubuque, IA
    $106,354 per year
  3. Davenport, IA
    $101,928 per year
  4. Waterloo, IA
    $101,675 per year
  5. Nevada, IA
    $97,798 per year

Where can a Public Defender earn more?

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