Value of Volunteer Time in Iowa

In Iowa, an hour of volunteer time is worth $30.92 (2025, Independent Sector). Enter your hours below to get a sourced, grant-ready dollar value.

2025 (preliminary): $30.92/hr2024 (final): $29.96/hrvs. national: −$5.22

Estimated value of volunteer time

$30,920.00

1,000 hours × $30.92/hr · Iowa (2025)

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits.

How much are volunteer hours worth in Iowa?

For 2025, Independent Sector estimates the value of an hour of volunteer time in Iowa at $30.92. That makes 100 volunteer hours worth $3,092.00, and 1,000 hours worth $30,920.00.

Iowa's rate is lower than the national average of $36.14 per hour. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits. Because the figure is tied to local wages, using the Iowa rate is the most defensible choice for a Iowa-based program.

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Use the national calculator →

FAQ

Iowa volunteer value — FAQ

What is the value of volunteer time in Iowa?

The value of volunteer time in Iowa is $30.92 per hour for 2025 (Independent Sector preliminary estimate). The most recent final figure is $29.96 per hour for 2024.

How do I calculate the dollar value of volunteer hours in Iowa?

Multiply your total volunteer hours by $30.92 (the 2025 Iowa rate). For example, 1,000 volunteer hours are worth $30,920.00. The calculator above does this for you and exports a sourced report.

Why is Iowa's rate different from the national average?

Independent Sector derives each state's value from local average hourly earnings (Bureau of Labor Statistics). Iowa's $30.92 is $5.22 below the national average of $36.14 because local wages differ.

Can I use the Iowa figure in a grant application?

Yes. Documenting in-kind volunteer value is widely accepted for demonstrating community support and match. Cite Independent Sector and note you used the Iowa state figure. Always confirm a specific funder's allowable match rules.

Value of volunteer time by state

Alabama $31.83Alaska $38.37Arizona $35.27Arkansas $30.13California $41.75Colorado $39.99Connecticut $39.67Delaware $33.36District of Columbia $54.77Florida $34.88Georgia $35.22Hawaii $38.29Idaho $34.77Illinois $35.73Indiana $32.62Kansas $32.22Kentucky $30.60Louisiana $30.12Maine $32.99Maryland $36.51Massachusetts $42.92Michigan $33.74Minnesota $39.80Mississippi $28.39Missouri $32.96Montana $33.19Nebraska $33.07Nevada $32.49New Hampshire $35.96New Jersey $38.59New Mexico $29.66New York $39.50North Carolina $34.34North Dakota $35.13Ohio $33.54Oklahoma $31.33Oregon $37.66Pennsylvania $33.11Rhode Island $37.02South Carolina $32.69South Dakota $31.72Tennessee $31.42Texas $34.99Utah $35.47Vermont $35.53Virginia $36.99Washington $42.98West Virginia $30.37Wisconsin $34.67Wyoming $32.48Puerto Rico $17.99

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Value of Volunteer Time in Iowa (2025) — $30.92/hour