Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,860 | $68,765 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.26 | $33.06 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $69,317.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Electrician in Iowa is $60,860, or about $29.26 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electricians is $68,765. Iowa is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level electricians in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,310 electrician jobs on record and a median salary of $60,860, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.