How much does a grader and sorter make in Iowa?
$42,450a year
Median yearly pay for grader and sorters in Iowa. That is $20.41 an hour or $3,538 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.41
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,240Median: $42,450Highest 10%: $55,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,240 | $18.87 | |
| 25th | $41,460 | $19.93 | |
| Median | $42,450 | $20.41 | |
| 75th | $49,200 | $23.65 | |
| 90th | $55,740 | $26.80 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $43,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for grader and sorters.
| 4. North Dakota | $45,590 |
| 5. Nebraska | $45,560 |
| 6. Utah | $42,710 |
| 7. Iowa | $42,450 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $41,770 |
| 9. Maryland | $41,740 |
| 10. Illinois | $41,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a grader and sorter make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $20.41 ($42,450 a year).
Do grader and sorters make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $42,450 against $35,730 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Iowa rank for grader and sorter pay?
Iowa ranks 7 of 37 states.
Which city in Iowa pays grader and sorters the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $43,430 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.