Average Welder Salary in Iowa

Trades · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Welder in Iowa earns $46,000 per year, which is below the national average of $47,540. This translates to approximately $22.12 per hour, $1,769 biweekly, or $3,833 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Iowa is 11% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$34,500	$16.59
Average (50th)	$46,000	$22.12
Experienced (75th)	$52,900	$25.43
Top Earners (90th)	$59,800	$28.75

Welder Salary by City in Iowa

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Des Moines	$49,700	$4,142/mo
Cedar Rapids	$46,900	$3,908/mo
Davenport	$45,100	$3,758/mo
Sioux City	$43,700	$3,642/mo
Iowa City	$42,800	$3,567/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Trades
Typical Education	High school + training
Job Growth (2022-2032)	2% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	4.4%-5.7% (4 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.89 (-11% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Iowa

Major employers hiring Welders in Iowa include Principal Financial, John Deere, Mercy Health, Hy-Vee, and Collins Aerospace. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for trades professionals.

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