Iowa workplace law quick facts
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Iowa minimum wage $7.25/hr - overtime after 40 hours/week
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About Iowa workplace law
Iowa workers are protected by a combination of federal law and Iowa state statutes. Federal law sets minimum standards that apply in all 50 states, while Iowa law may provide additional protections in areas like minimum wage, overtime, workers compensation, and family leave.
Key Iowa workplace facts for 2026: The Iowa minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. Workers compensation pays up to $1,978 per week for injured workers. Personal injury lawsuits must be filed within 2 years under Iowa law. Iowa has a state income tax of 6.0%. Workers in Iowa rely on the federal Family and Medical Leave Act for unpaid job-protected leave.
All calculators on this page use official data from Iowa government sources including the Iowa Department of Labor, Iowa Workers Compensation Board, Iowa Department of Revenue, and relevant state statutes. Data is updated annually each January and whenever significant law changes occur.