Plumber Salary in Iowa
A plumber in Iowa earns an estimated $57,600 a year ($27.69 an hour). Most workers fall from $39,200 to $83,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Plumber pay in Iowa
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $39,200 | $18.85 |
| Median (estimate) | $57,600 | $27.69 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $83,500 | $40.14 |
| US national median | $62,900 | $30.24 |
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 $46,273 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,779.72 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Iowa paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make in Iowa?
About $57,600 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.