How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Iowa?
$90,160a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in Iowa. That is $43.35 an hour or $7,513 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.35
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,400Median: $90,160Highest 10%: $99,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,400 | $29.52 | |
| 25th | $70,890 | $34.08 | |
| Median | $90,160 | $43.35 | |
| 75th | $98,340 | $47.28 | |
| 90th | $99,760 | $47.96 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 15. Hawaii | $94,900 |
| 16. Colorado | $93,750 |
| 17. North Dakota | $93,130 |
| 18. Iowa | $90,160 |
| 19. New York | $88,880 |
| 20. Arkansas | $86,580 |
| 21. Texas | $84,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $43.35 ($90,160 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $90,160 against $96,710 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Iowa rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
Iowa ranks 18 of 42 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.