How much does a pipelayer make in Iowa?
$53,990a year
Median yearly pay for pipelayers in Iowa. That is $25.96 an hour or $4,499 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.96
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,940Median: $53,990Highest 10%: $63,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,940 | $22.57 | |
| 25th | $50,190 | $24.13 | |
| Median | $53,990 | $25.96 | |
| 75th | $57,800 | $27.79 | |
| 90th | $63,660 | $30.61 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $54,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pipelayers.
| 17. Delaware | $58,240 |
| 18. Maryland | $55,640 |
| 19. District of Columbia | $55,470 |
| 20. Iowa | $53,990 |
| 21. New Hampshire | $53,870 |
| 22. Utah | $52,000 |
| 23. Maine | $50,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pipelayer make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $25.96 ($53,990 a year).
Do pipelayers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $53,990 against $49,000 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Iowa rank for pipelayer pay?
Iowa ranks 20 of 44 states.
Which city in Iowa pays pipelayers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $54,570 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.