How much does a gas plant operator make in Iowa?
$92,970a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in Iowa. That is $44.70 an hour or $7,748 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.70
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,840Median: $92,970Highest 10%: $100,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,840 | $28.77 | |
| 25th | $82,510 | $39.67 | |
| Median | $92,970 | $44.70 | |
| 75th | $96,800 | $46.54 | |
| 90th | $100,500 | $48.31 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $95,260 |
| Davenport, IA | $92,970 |
| Omaha, NE | $91,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 17. New Mexico | $97,660 |
| 18. North Dakota | $96,760 |
| 19. Maine | $93,990 |
| 20. Iowa | $92,970 |
| 21. Missouri | $87,820 |
| 22. Nebraska | $87,790 |
| 23. Virginia | $86,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $44.70 ($92,970 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $92,970 against $87,820 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Iowa rank for gas plant operator pay?
Iowa ranks 20 of 43 states.
Which city in Iowa pays gas plant operators the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $95,260 a year.
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.