Carpenter pay in Iowa
State median
Public data$23.48/hr
≈ $48,838/year full-time
Ranks #33 of 51 states for carpenter pay▼ 6% vs national median
Pay distribution in Iowa
$20.31Median $23.48/hr$29.26
25th percentile
$20.31
per hour
Median
$23.48
per hour
75th percentile
$29.26
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do carpenters make in Iowa?
The median pay for carpenters in Iowa is $23.48/hr (about $48,838/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $20.31 and $29.26 per hour.
How does Iowa compare to the national average for carpenters?
Iowa pays 6% below the national median of $25.05/hr for carpenters. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.