How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Iowa?
$46,570a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in Iowa. That is $22.39 an hour or $3,881 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.39
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,310Median: $46,570Highest 10%: $61,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,310 | $19.86 | |
| 25th | $44,560 | $21.42 | |
| Median | $46,570 | $22.39 | |
| 75th | $56,160 | $27.00 | |
| 90th | $61,690 | $29.66 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Davenport, IA | $83,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 19. California | $47,380 |
| 20. Massachusetts | $47,060 |
| 21. Arizona | $47,050 |
| 22. Iowa | $46,570 |
| 23. South Carolina | $46,470 |
| 24. Nevada | $46,440 |
| 25. Louisiana | $45,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $22.39 ($46,570 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $46,570 against $45,950 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Iowa rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
Iowa ranks 22 of 38 states.
Which city in Iowa pays metal worker and plastic workers the most?
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL, with a median of $83,870 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.