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Free Pay Stub Generator for Iowa
Paying a nanny, caregiver or small team in Iowa? Here are the Iowa rules that affect what goes on a pay stub in 2026, and a quick way to make one. Preview free and pay $3.99 only when you download.
Make a pay stub, $3.99Iowa minimum wage in 2026
$7.25 per hour
Some cities set higher local rates.
How often you must pay in Iowa
A regular payday at least monthly, within 12 days of the end of the pay period
Iowa income tax on the stub
Iowa has a flat state income tax. Withhold it if your employee asks, or as state rules require for your situation.
Local taxes
Many Iowa school districts add a school district surtax, figured on the state income tax return.
Does Iowa require a pay stub?
Federal law doesn't require a pay stub, but many states do. Check the Iowa labor department for its current wage statement rules. Either way, a stub is the simplest record of what you paid and withheld.
Paying a household employee in Iowa
Federal rules from IRS Publication 926 apply in every state. Social Security and Medicare apply once you pay one household employee $3,000 or more in cash wages in 2026. Federal unemployment (FUTA) applies once you pay $1,000 or more in total household wages in any calendar quarter. You may also need to register with Iowa's revenue and unemployment agencies.
Pay stubs in Des Moines
See local rules for Des Moines.
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FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Iowa in 2026?
$7.25 per hour
How often do I have to pay employees in Iowa?
A regular payday at least monthly, within 12 days of the end of the pay period
Is there state income tax to show on a Iowa pay stub?
Iowa has a flat state income tax. Withhold it if your employee asks, or as state rules require for your situation.
How much does a pay stub cost on StubzPro?
$3.99 per stub. You can preview it free, and you don't need an account.
For real wages only. Use StubzPro to record pay you actually paid. Never make a stub to show income that wasn't earned; doing so can be illegal. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Figures are for 2026 and can change.
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