How much does a pesticide handler make in Iowa?
$46,740a year
Median yearly pay for pesticide handlers in Iowa. That is $22.47 an hour or $3,895 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.47
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,910Median: $46,740Highest 10%: $55,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,910 | $18.23 | |
| 25th | $40,040 | $19.25 | |
| Median | $46,740 | $22.47 | |
| 75th | $48,520 | $23.33 | |
| 90th | $55,400 | $26.63 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $48,160 |
| Sioux City, IA | $47,770 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $47,710 |
| Des Moines, IA | $46,900 |
| Davenport, IA | $46,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pesticide handlers.
| 21. Washington | $47,360 |
| 22. Tennessee | $47,340 |
| 23. Colorado | $47,020 |
| 24. Iowa | $46,740 |
| 25. South Dakota | $46,320 |
| 26. Wisconsin | $46,190 |
| 27. Utah | $45,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pesticide handler make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $22.47 ($46,740 a year).
Do pesticide handlers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $46,740 against $46,340 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Iowa rank for pesticide handler pay?
Iowa ranks 24 of 44 states.
Which city in Iowa pays pesticide handlers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $48,160 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.