"Iowa Teacher Salaries Falter: State Ranks 30th in Nation Amid Retention Crisis A recent ranking has shed light on Iowa's struggling teacher salaries, with the state placing 30th in the nation. Concerns over teacher retention and funding have been mounting in Iowa, with educators citing low pay as a major factor in their decision to leave the profession. As the state grapples with a growing shortage of teachers, experts warn that the issue of inadequate compensation could have far-reaching consequences for Iowa's education system. With the state facing a tight budget, lawmakers will need to weigh the priorities of funding teacher salaries against other pressing needs in the coming year."


Iowa teacher salaries rank 30th nationally amid concerns over retention, funding  The Daily Iowan