Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,980 +11.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.10
10th percentile $40,890
90th percentile $60,860
Employed locally 60
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,890
    25th
    $44,690
    50th (median)
    $45,980
    75th
    $59,310
    90th
    $60,860

    Top-paying metros for Conveyor Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $106,830
    Wyoming $75,550
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $69,600
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $68,140
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $65,740
    Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,030

    Related occupations in Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $50,420
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $43,370
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,470
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $46,950
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $35,470
    Bus Drivers, School $47,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in Southeast Iowa is $22.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.26 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Conveyor Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in Southeast Iowa is 11.5% above the national median of $41,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $40,890 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,690.