Scam by State
Scam alerts in Iowa
FTC Consumer Sentinel 2024 data
FTC Consumer Sentinel data shows fraud reports and losses by state. Below are the figures for this state and how to protect yourself.
Last updated: March 2026
Total reports
31,000
Reports per 100k
987
Top category
Imposter Scams
Median loss
$400
Top fraud categories (state vs national)
Total reported losses in Iowa: $98 million.
How to protect yourself in Iowa
- Do not send money or gift cards to anyone who contacts you unsolicited.
- Verify contact information independently before sharing personal or financial details.
- Report fraud to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
- Contact your state Attorney General for state-specific resources.
Most reported scam type in Iowa
Imposter Scams is the top category. Learn more about this scam type:
Scam type: Imposter Scams →