Sheet Metal Workers Salary in Iowa
Median Annual Salary
$61,620
$29.62/hr
Salary Range
$40,790 – $86,450
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
1,590
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$68,619
real purchasing power
1.3% above the national median ($60,850)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$40,790 (entry)$61,620 (median)$86,450 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+16.9%
$8,800 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids | $75,140 | 190 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $74,500 | 250 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $64,920 | 400 |
| Sioux City | $64,550 | 90 |
| Ames | $63,240 | 40 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $61,620 | 70 |
| Iowa City | $52,880 | 60 |
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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.