Electrician pay in Iowa
State median
Public data$30.61/hr
≈ $63,669/year full-time
Ranks #20 of 51 states for electrician pay▲ 3% vs national median
Pay distribution in Iowa
$22.88Median $30.61/hr$38.15
25th percentile
$22.88
per hour
Median
$30.61
per hour
75th percentile
$38.15
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do electricians make in Iowa?
The median pay for electricians in Iowa is $30.61/hr (about $63,669/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $22.88 and $38.15 per hour.
How does Iowa compare to the national average for electricians?
Iowa pays 3% above the national median of $29.61/hr for electricians. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.