Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $55,090 | $53,934 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.49 | $25.93 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,745.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in Iowa is $55,090, or about $26.49 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. Iowa is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,270 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $55,090, Iowa offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.