Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,280 | $115,089 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.73 | $55.33 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $113,075.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Construction Manager in Iowa is $99,280, or about $47.73 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Construction Managers is $115,089. Iowa is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level construction managers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,070 construction manager jobs on record and a median salary of $99,280, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.