Plumber Salary in Iowa
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Iowa Plumber Wages at a Glance
Iowa plumbers earn a statewide median of $61,230 per year ($29.44 per hour), up 6.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $41,840 at the 10th percentile to $92,690 at the 90th.
Iowa employs approximately 6,350 plumbers statewide, up 42.4% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | $64,980 | $31.24/hr | 860 | up 6.4% |
| Des Moines | $62,430 | $30.02/hr | 2,260 | up 4.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Iowa Plumber Apprenticeships
Most plumbers enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.