Carpenter Salary in Iowa
A carpenter in Iowa earns an estimated $54,000 a year ($25.96 an hour). Most workers fall from $36,700 to $78,300, depending on experience and employer.
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Carpenter pay in Iowa
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $36,700 | $17.64 |
| Median (estimate) | $54,000 | $25.96 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $78,300 | $37.64 |
| US national median | $59,000 | $28.37 |
The Iowa estimate is 8% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Iowa keeps about $43,517 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,673.73 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Iowa paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in Iowa?
About $54,000 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.