Medical device sales salary in Ames, Iowa
Illustrative OTE estimates for this market. Ranges vary by therapeutic area, W2 vs contract, and territory.
Average OTE
$173k
Median OTE
$175k
Typical range
$94k – $250k
Salary distribution
Share of reps often reported in each OTE band for this market.
Salary percentiles
Estimated annual OTE at common percentile breakpoints.
Ames, Iowa vs national average
How this market compares to a broad national benchmark.
Typical compensation mix
Many medical device plans blend base pay with quota-based upside.
Charts show illustrative market estimates for planning purposes — not employer-reported payroll data. Actual offers depend on product line, quota, benefits, and hiring company.
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Nearby markets in Iowa
Territories and hiring demand often concentrate around major metro systems and procedure hubs.
Des Moines
Common territory focus area for device, diagnostics, and pharma roles.
Cedar Rapids
Common territory focus area for device, diagnostics, and pharma roles.
Davenport
Common territory focus area for device, diagnostics, and pharma roles.
Sioux City
Common territory focus area for device, diagnostics, and pharma roles.
Iowa City
Common territory focus area for device, diagnostics, and pharma roles.
What employers typically screen for
- Clear territory coverage experience (hospitals, ASC, clinics, service lines).
- Measurable wins: quota attainment, growth stories, conversions, new product adoption.
- Comfort with modern buying: committees, value analysis, procurement involvement.
- Strong pipeline discipline and multi-stakeholder communication.
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