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

Electrician Salary in Iowa

The median electrician salary in Iowa is $53,614 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $60,240.

Median Salary

$53,614

vs National

$-6,626

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Electrician Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level electrician earns around $31,150, while experienced professionals earn up to $84,550 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,150

$-3,850 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$55,180

$-6,820 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$84,550

$-10,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$33,286	$37,400	$-4,114
25th Percentile	$41,474	$46,600	$-5,126
Median (50th)	$53,614	$60,240	$-6,626
75th Percentile	$70,666	$79,400	$-8,734
90th Percentile	$89,178	$100,200	$-11,022

Major Cities for Electricians in Iowa

The largest employment areas for electricians 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