Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,710 | $62,569 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.75 | $30.08 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,729.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Iowa is $57,710, or about $27.75 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Iowa is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,770 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $57,710, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.