Construction-trade hourly wages in Iowa City, IA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Iowa City, IA median household income: $71,905 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $28.61 | $28.88 |
| Plumbers | $29.49 | $31.78 |
| Carpenters | $23.89 | $26.00 |
| Painters | $21.62 | $23.29 |
| HVAC Technicians | $30.98 | $30.44 |
| Concrete Contractors | $27.95 | $28.46 |
| Landscapers | $19.03 | $20.37 |
| Construction Laborers | $23.05 | $25.04 |
| Construction Supervisors | $36.24 | $36.43 |
| Construction Managers | $46.98 | $56.30 |
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