Engineering Iowa (IA) Rank #39 of 50

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Iowa

The median mechanical engineer salary in Iowa is $85,716 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $96,310.

Median Salary

$85,716

vs National

$-10,594

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $57,850, while experienced professionals earn up to $122,820 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$57,850

$-7,150 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$85,440

$-10,560 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$122,820

$-15,180 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$56,426	$63,400	$-6,974
25th Percentile	$70,132	$78,800	$-8,668
Median (50th)	$85,716	$96,310	$-10,594
75th Percentile	$106,444	$119,600	$-13,156
90th Percentile	$130,118	$146,200	$-16,082

Major Cities for Mechanical Engineers in Iowa

The largest employment areas for mechanical engineers 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