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How much do county fairgrounds jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for county fairgrounds in Iowa is $14.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.64 and $15.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a county fairgrounds?

County fairgrounds are designated public spaces, usually located within a county, that host annual fairs and a variety of community events. These grounds typically feature large open areas, exhibition halls, livestock barns, and arenas for events like agricultural shows, concerts, and festivals. In addition to the yearly county fair, the fairgrounds may be used throughout the year for flea markets, trade shows, sporting events, and private gatherings. They play a significant role in bringing the community together and supporting local agriculture, education, and entertainment.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges for someone working at a county fairgrounds?

Working at a county fairgrounds often involves a mix of event setup, maintenance, customer service, and coordination with vendors and exhibitors. Employees may assist in preparing the grounds for events, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and supporting logistical needs such as ticketing and crowd control. A common challenge is managing large crowds during peak event times while maintaining a positive guest experience. The role often requires flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing situations, especially during large fairs or festivals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a county fairgrounds manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a County Fairgrounds Manager, you need strong organizational skills, facility management experience, and typically a background in event planning or public administration. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting systems, and safety regulations is important for overseeing operations and logistics. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities help manage staff, vendors, and community relations effectively. These skills are vital for ensuring successful events, maintaining the fairgrounds, and fostering positive community engagement.

What is the difference between County Fairgrounds vs County Fair Organizer?

AspectCounty FairgroundsCounty Fair Organizer
Primary RoleProvides the physical venue and facilities for fairs and eventsPlans, coordinates, and manages the fair's activities and logistics
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, maintenance areas, administrative officesOffices, event sites, community engagement settings
Required CredentialsFacility management, event planning experience, possibly certifications in safety or operationsEvent planning, project management, community outreach experience

County Fairgrounds focus on maintaining the venue and facilities, while County Fair Organizers handle the event planning and execution. Both roles are essential for successful fairs but differ in responsibilities and daily activities.

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Infographic showing various County Fairgrounds job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $29,377 per year, or $14.1 per hour.

Family Medicine- Physician- St. Ansgar, Iowa- $250,000 bonus package!!

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St. Ansgar, Iowa- Family Medicine Physician

Busy practice with instant volume

Full spectrum practice- outpatient clinic in St. Ansgar; inpatient rounding and ER in Osage; optional obstetrics

Join a 2-clinic team of 5 Physicians and 9 Advanced Practice Providers

Newborn to end of life- OB shared care optional

Flexible weekly schedule- 4 or 4.5 day work week!

Lab, x-ray & pharmacy located in the clinic

On site specialists in Osage include 1 Podiatrist, 1 General Surgeon, 1 Optometrist, 2 CRNA's; additional specialist support from MercyOne North Iowa

Admit patients to Mitchell County Regional Health Center (10 mi from St. Ansgar), a 25-bed critical access hospital with annual admissions of 600; ED volumes of 4,000; a Top 100 hospital!

Services at Mitchell County that are available include General Surgery, pulmonary and sports rehab, speech therapy, PT, OT, Cardiac Rehab, medical nutrition therapy, bone densitometry, CT, mobile MRI, mammography, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, vascular screening, and so much more!

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Affiliate of MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, a Level III Trauma Center and regional referral teaching center

Highly compensated with excellent benefits!

$250,000 bonus package

$301,290 2-year guaranteed base salary + production

Up to $15,000 in moving allowance

34 days of PTO when on base; 40 days PTO when on production

Annual CME- $4,000

Health/Dental/Vision/life insurance

Short term/long term disability

403(b) retirement program with employer contribution and employer matching; Optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan

Benefits start day 1 of employment

Employer sponsored professional liability insurance & tail insurance coverage

MercyOne Medical Group- North Iowa

Regional health system covering 14 counties, includes MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, seven critical access hospitals, and 42 clinics in northern Iowa and southern Minnesota

Service area approximately 260,000

First rural health system to implement a full integrated EMR

Telemedicine and teleradiology available

Candidates

BC/BE Must be board certified within 3 years of becoming eligible

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of a medical/osteopathic medical school is required. Demonstrated competency as a physician by completion of an appropriate residency program; board certified or board eligible. Must be able to obtain Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa medical staff privileges. Above average communication skills. Ability to work with a team. Licensed or eligible for State of Iowa physician license; Iowa Controlled Substance Certificate and Federal DEA Certificate.

NOTE: All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.

EOE F/M/vet/disabled

Osage & St. Ansgar, Iowa

Population 3,500 (Osage) and 1,200 (St. Ansgar)

Osage- Ranked in "Top 15 Best Places to Live" by The Progressive Farmer

St. Ansgar has been named the "Garden Spot of Iowa"- a community thriving with farmland, trees, and colorful local gardens

In close proximity to several major cities: Mason City (40 min); Cedar Falls/Waterloo (60 min); Des Moines (2.5 hours); Minneapolis (2.5 hours); Rochester (60 min)

Excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, low cost of living, extremely low crime rate, affordable housing, forecasted population growth of 3.2%, and low taxes!!

Diverse retail community in a thriving downtown!! Variety of restaurants, specialty shops, gift shops, etc.

Very active Chamber of Commerce with year-round events and activities for families to enjoy!

Cedar River Water Trail – 57 consecutive miles of waterway with boating, paddle sports and fishing.

Cedar River Greenbelt- hiking and horseback riding trail

Spring Park – Natural Spring, hiking, fishing

Walking paths, Mountain bike trails, and several campsites!

30 min from Lake Hendricks – fishing, kayaking, light motorboats, sailing

South Square – Community facility in St. Ansgar that hosts artists, musicians, crafters, and more

Halvorson Park- boating and camping along the Cedar River

Very active local First Responders

St. Ansgar Aquatic Center, Cedar River Complex with indoor pool in Osage, Movie Theatre, Sock Factory & Candle Factory, Four Libraries, 2 golf courses, county fairgrounds, and so much more!!

Practice where your skills are appreciated, where physicians are highly respected members of the community, where you and yours will flourish as you become rooted in a lifestyle second to none.

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