Carpenters Salary in Iowa
Median Annual Salary
$54,080
$26.00/hr
Salary Range
$37,820 – $74,400
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
6,650
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$60,223
real purchasing power
8.8% below the national median ($59,310)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$37,820 (entry)$54,080 (median)$74,400 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+16.8%
$8,300 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $59,940 | 1,970 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $58,210 | 750 |
| Cedar Rapids | $57,510 | 510 |
| Dubuque | $57,390 | 280 |
| Ames | $57,170 | 250 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $53,130 | 310 |
| Iowa City | $49,670 | 420 |
| Sioux City | $49,160 | 430 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.