How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Iowa?
$60,440a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Iowa. That is $29.06 an hour or $5,037 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.06
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,220Median: $60,440Highest 10%: $65,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,220 | $22.22 | |
| 25th | $50,630 | $24.34 | |
| Median | $60,440 | $29.06 | |
| 75th | $62,540 | $30.07 | |
| 90th | $65,850 | $31.66 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 26. North Carolina | $62,920 |
| 27. Colorado | $62,870 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $62,720 |
| 29. Iowa | $60,440 |
| 30. Washington | $60,120 |
| 31. South Dakota | $59,970 |
| 32. Missouri | $55,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $29.06 ($60,440 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $60,440 against $78,120 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Iowa rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Iowa ranks 29 of 35 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.