Plumbers, Pipefitters & Steamfitters Salary in Iowa
Median Annual Salary
$61,230
$29.44/hr
Salary Range
$41,840 – $92,690
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
6,350
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.9%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$68,185
real purchasing power
2.8% below the national median ($62,970)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$41,840 (entry)$61,230 (median)$92,690 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+15.2%
$8,670 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids | $78,680 | 870 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $64,980 | 860 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $62,430 | 2,260 |
| Ames | $62,190 | 160 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $60,420 | 240 |
| Sioux City | $60,150 | 340 |
| Iowa City | $60,120 | 200 |
| Dubuque | $59,950 | 140 |
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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.