Computer Science Professor salary in Ames, IA
Based on 11 certified H-1B filings in the Ames, IA metro area, FY2025–FY2026.
Also listed as: Assistant Professor of Computer Science, Assistant Professor Computer Science
Median salary$121,888
Middle 50%$117k–$129.7k
vs. national median+16%comparison median $105,003
Filings11FY2025–FY2026 · latest two fiscal years
Salary range
National median
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| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $96,000 |
| 25th | $117,000 |
| 50th (median) | $121,888 |
| 75th | $129,737 |
| 90th | $185,000 |
Cost of living
Ames's median Computer Science Professor salary of $121,888 is worth about $137,200 at national average prices.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024 (U.S. = 100; Ames = 88.8).
Top employers filing
| Employer | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University of Science and Technology | $121,888 | 11 |
Employers with at least 2 filings here. Median shown at 10+ filings.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level · Level I | too few | 8 |
| Mid-level · Level II | too few | 3 |
| Senior · Level III | – | 0 |
| Expert · Level IV | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.