First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers pay in Iowa
First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers in Iowa earn an average of $42,360 a year. That is $3,820 (8%) less than the U.S. average of $46,180. The best-paying metro area is Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA at $44,120.
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Average pay for first-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers by metro area. Swipe to see all 9.
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Iowa vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $46,180 | $22.20 |
| Iowa | $42,360 | $20.37 |
| Minnesota | $47,840 | $23.00 |
| Illinois | $45,710 | $21.98 |
| Wisconsin | $43,660 | $20.99 |
| Missouri | $43,250 | $20.80 |
| South Dakota | $42,530 | $20.45 |
Related jobs in Iowa
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$28,940
- Waiters and Waitresses$26,940
- Cooks, Restaurant$35,700
- Food Preparation Workers$32,080
- Bartenders$25,620
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$26,810
Average pay, Iowa, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do first-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers make in Iowa?
The average is $42,360 a year, and the median is $38,760. That is $3,820 (8%) less than the U.S. average of $46,180.
What is the hourly wage in Iowa?
$20.37 an hour on average; the median is $18.64.
Where in Iowa do they earn the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA ($44,120), followed by Ames, IA ($43,400). The lowest average among 9 metro areas with data is Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA ($41,070).
How does Iowa rank?
Iowa ranks #40 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.