How much does a meat make in Iowa?
$43,190a year
Median yearly pay for meats in Iowa. That is $20.76 an hour or $3,599 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.76
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,170Median: $43,190Highest 10%: $46,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,170 | $18.83 | |
| 25th | $41,250 | $19.83 | |
| Median | $43,190 | $20.76 | |
| 75th | $43,730 | $21.02 | |
| 90th | $46,220 | $22.22 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $49,810 |
| Sioux City, IA | $47,580 |
| Des Moines, IA | $45,750 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $29,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for meats.
| 9. Utah | $44,150 |
| 10. Minnesota | $43,400 |
| 11. Wisconsin | $43,300 |
| 12. Iowa | $43,190 |
| 13. Washington | $43,010 |
| 14. Indiana | $42,450 |
| 15. Missouri | $41,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meat make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $20.76 ($43,190 a year).
Do meats make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $43,190 against $38,300 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Iowa rank for meat pay?
Iowa ranks 12 of 50 states.
Which city in Iowa pays meats the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $49,810 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.