Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $63,890 | $68,972 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.72 | $33.16 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $72,768.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in Iowa is $63,890, or about $30.72 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. Iowa is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,730 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $63,890, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.