How much does a packer and packager make in Iowa?
$37,470a year
Median yearly pay for packer and packagers in Iowa. That is $18.01 an hour or $3,123 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.01
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,870Median: $37,470Highest 10%: $48,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,870 | $14.36 | |
| 25th | $33,260 | $15.99 | |
| Median | $37,470 | $18.01 | |
| 75th | $43,010 | $20.68 | |
| 90th | $48,000 | $23.08 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $38,880 |
| Dubuque, IA | $38,120 |
| Des Moines, IA | $37,540 |
| Sioux City, IA | $37,390 |
| Iowa City, IA | $37,340 |
| Waterloo, IA | $36,010 |
| Davenport, IA | $35,020 |
| Ames, IA | $34,490 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $29,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for packer and packagers.
| 8. Washington | $39,220 |
| 9. Nebraska | $38,880 |
| 10. Missouri | $37,670 |
| 11. Iowa | $37,470 |
| 12. Indiana | $37,420 |
| 13. Nevada | $37,400 |
| 14. Delaware | $37,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a packer and packager make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $18.01 ($37,470 a year).
Do packer and packagers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $37,470 against $36,280 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Iowa rank for packer and packager pay?
Iowa ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Iowa pays packer and packagers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $38,880 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.