Construction-trade hourly wages in Iowa (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Iowa median household income: $71,433 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $29.26 | $30.38 |
| Plumbers | $30.72 | $33.67 |
| Carpenters | $27.75 | $27.71 |
| Painters | $23.90 | $25.04 |
| Roofers | $23.39 | $25.04 |
| HVAC Technicians | $29.17 | $30.35 |
| Masons | $33.38 | $31.68 |
| Concrete Contractors | $27.99 | $27.80 |
| Drywall Contractors | $24.53 | $25.59 |
| Flooring Installers | $26.42 | $25.75 |
| Fence Installers | $25.25 | $25.84 |
| Landscapers | $18.71 | $19.84 |
| Tree Service Pros | $20.62 | $21.58 |
| Construction Laborers | $23.31 | $24.80 |
| Construction Supervisors | $37.75 | $38.70 |
| Construction Managers | $47.73 | $53.91 |
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