Iowa Workers Comp 2026
Max weekly benefit: $2,047, waiting period 3 days, replacement rate 80%.
Official Source
Iowa Division of Workers Compensation
https://www.iowadivisionoflabor.gov/workers-compensationLast verified: 2026-03-21
2026 update synced: max weekly cap 2047, minimum 307, waiting period 3 days.
Legal Readiness Snapshot
Operational target: report injury to employer in 24-72 hours; confirm statutory notice limits on state agency page.
Iowa filing statutes vary by claim type and procedural posture. Use the official agency source before submission.
- First report of injury form (Iowa agency format)
- Initial treating provider note with work-status restrictions
- Average weekly wage evidence (pay stubs or payroll summary)
- Incident narrative with date/time/location and witness data
- Employer/carrier claim number and correspondence log