Sonography schools in Iowa

We found 3 schools offering diagnostic medical sonography training in Iowa, with campuses in Davenport, Des Moines, and Sioux City. Sonographers in Iowa earn a median $86,480 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
1
Median pay in IA
$86,480

3 diagnostic medical sonography schools

School results

  1. Eastern Iowa Community College

    Davenport, IA · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +21

  2. Mercy College of Health Sciences

    Des Moines, IA · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +3

  3. St Luke's College

    Sioux City, IA · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Radiologic technologist
    • Respiratory therapist

What sonographers earn in Iowa

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Sonographer salary in IowaHow to become a sonographer

Median pay
$86,480
$41.58 an hour
Typical range
$72,480–$101,970
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IA
740
Job growth, 2025–35
+13.9%
6,000 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many diagnostic medical sonography schools are in Iowa?

We list 3 schools in Iowa with diagnostic medical sonography programs: 1 public college and 2 private nonprofit schools. Campuses are in Davenport, Des Moines, and Sioux City.

Are there community college diagnostic medical sonography programs in Iowa?

Yes. 1 public college in Iowa offer diagnostic medical sonography. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does diagnostic medical sonography school cost in Iowa?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $14,017 to $26,924. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do sonographers make in Iowa?

The median pay for sonographers in Iowa is $86,480 a year, and most earn between $72,480 and $101,970, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a diagnostic medical sonography school in Iowa?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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