Based on 36 postings, Aug 2025–Aug 2026
State of Iowa posted Public Defender pay of $85,176–$130,603/yr in August 2026. Across 36 postings (Aug 2025–Aug 2026) the posted ranges ran $62,338–$176,384/yr.
$85,176–$130,603/yr
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State of Iowa
| Posting | Posted ranges over time |
|---|---|
| Public Defender 2 - Davenport Office | Aug 2025 $83,512–$128,045/yr → Aug 2026 $85,176–$130,603/yr |
| Public Defender 2 - Sioux City Adult Office | Jan 2026 $83,512–$128,045/yr → Jun 2026 $85,176–$130,603/yr |
Each distinct range State of Iowa posted for Public Defender roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.
Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.
| Posted | Posting | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2026 | Public Defender 2 - Wrongful Convictions Unit | $85,176–$130,603/yr |
| Aug 22, 2026 | Public Defender 2 - Davenport Office | $85,176–$130,603/yr |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Public Defender 1 - Gideon Fellow - Sioux City Adult | $63,586–$98,634/yr |
| Aug 12, 2026 | Public Defender 2 - Des Moines Juvenile | $85,176–$130,603/yr |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Public Defender 2 - Council Bluffs | $85,176–$130,603/yr |
| Jul 25, 2026 | Public Defender 2 - Sioux City Adult - Rural Counties | $85,176–$130,603/yr |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Public Defender 2 - Burlington | $85,176–$130,603/yr |
| Jul 18, 2026 | Public Defender 1 | $63,586–$98,634/yr |
| Jul 18, 2026 | Public Defender 3 - Special Defense Unit | $109,990–$156,499/yr |
| Jul 18, 2026 | Public Defender 1 - Council Bluffs | $63,586–$98,634/yr |
State of Iowa's most recent Public Defender posting (August 2026) listed $85,176–$130,603/yr.
Across 36 Public Defender postings from Aug 2025–Aug 2026, posted pay ran $62,338–$176,384/yr.
Yes. Public Defender 2 - Davenport Office: Aug 2025 $83,512–$128,045/yr → Aug 2026 $85,176–$130,603/yr.
1: $63,586–$98,634/yr (Aug 2026); 2: $85,176–$130,603/yr (Aug 2026); 3: $109,990–$156,499/yr (Jul 2026); Supervisor 2: $124,051–$176,384/yr (Mar 2026).