How much does a construction laborer make in Iowa City?
$47,940a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in the Iowa City, IA metro area. That is $23.05 an hour or $3,995 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.05
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 172 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,500Median: $47,940Highest 10%: $74,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,500 | $18.03 | |
| 25th | $45,490 | $21.87 | |
| Median | $47,940 | $23.05 | |
| 75th | $59,780 | $28.74 | |
| 90th | $74,570 | $35.85 |
Other cities in Iowa
Median yearly pay for construction laborers.
| Davenport, IA | $54,380 |
| Des Moines, IA | $49,980 |
| Waterloo, IA | $49,950 |
| Ames, IA | $49,810 |
| Dubuque, IA | $48,800 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $48,670 |
| Sioux City, IA | $48,630 |
| Omaha, NE | $48,300 |
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Salaries for every job in Iowa City, IAFrequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Iowa City?
The median hourly pay in the Iowa City, IA metro area is $23.05 ($47,940 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Iowa City than the national average?
Yes: $47,940 against $47,120 nationally, 2% more.
How does Iowa City compare with the rest of Iowa?
The median in Iowa is $48,490, so Iowa City pays 1% less.
Where does Iowa City rank for construction laborer pay?
172 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a construction laborer make starting out in Iowa City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,570 or more.
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.