Trades & Labor Iowa (IA) Rank #39 of 50

Carpenter Salary in Iowa

The median carpenter salary in Iowa is $45,737 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $51,390.

Median Salary

$45,737

vs National

$-5,653

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Carpenter Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level carpenter earns around $28,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $69,420 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$28,480

$-3,520 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$46,280

$-5,720 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$69,420

$-8,580 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$30,616	$34,400	$-3,784
25th Percentile	$36,846	$41,400	$-4,554
Median (50th)	$45,737	$51,390	$-5,653
75th Percentile	$57,850	$65,000	$-7,150
90th Percentile	$73,158	$82,200	$-9,042

Major Cities for Carpenters in Iowa

The largest employment areas for carpenters in Iowa include Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Sioux City. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Des Moines, IA