Painters (Construction & Maintenance) Salary in Iowa
Median Annual Salary
$48,780
$23.45/hr
Salary Range
$36,750 – $66,250
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
1,730
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$54,321
real purchasing power
0.2% above the national median ($48,660)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$36,750 (entry)$48,780 (median)$66,250 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$7,875 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $54,870 | 220 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $54,150 | 100 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $50,520 | 640 |
| Dubuque | $48,440 | 60 |
| Ames | $48,290 | 60 |
| Iowa City | $47,650 | 100 |
| Cedar Rapids | $47,210 | 280 |
| Sioux City | $46,880 | 80 |
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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.