How much does a locomotive engineer make in Iowa?
$89,970a year
Median yearly pay for locomotive engineers in Iowa. That is $43.25 an hour or $7,498 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.25
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,000
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,770Median: $89,970Highest 10%: $95,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,770 | $35.95 | |
| 25th | $74,850 | $35.99 | |
| Median | $89,970 | $43.25 | |
| 75th | $92,170 | $44.31 | |
| 90th | $95,710 | $46.01 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for locomotive engineers.
| 8. Oklahoma | $91,970 |
| 9. Virginia | $90,780 |
| 10. Montana | $90,220 |
| 11. Iowa | $89,970 |
| 12. Arizona | $89,840 |
| 13. Colorado | $89,360 |
| 14. South Carolina | $89,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locomotive engineer make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $43.25 ($89,970 a year).
Do locomotive engineers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $89,970 against $81,410 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Iowa rank for locomotive engineer pay?
Iowa ranks 11 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.