Iowa employment requirements
- Minimum wage
- $7.25/hour, the federal minimum wage
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay after 40 hours in a week
- Sick leave
- Not required by state law
- Worker protections
At-will employment state
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Iowa?
The current statewide minimum wage in Iowa is $7.25/hour, the federal minimum wage. Your nanny's pay rate must be at or above this amount.