Construction-trade hourly wages in Waterloo, IA (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Waterloo, IA median household income: $62,381 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $30.49 | $31.42 |
| Plumbers | $29.91 | $31.22 |
| Carpenters | $26.85 | $27.30 |
| Painters | $26.44 | $25.84 |
| HVAC Technicians | $29.04 | $31.02 |
| Concrete Contractors | $28.30 | $29.07 |
| Landscapers | $18.64 | $19.63 |
| Construction Laborers | $24.01 | $25.58 |
| Construction Supervisors | $37.39 | $39.44 |
| Construction Managers | $44.28 | $49.18 |
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