Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $58,880 +13.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.31
10th percentile $40,130
90th percentile $76,040
Employed locally 530
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,130
    25th
    $48,850
    50th (median)
    $58,880
    75th
    $65,950
    90th
    $76,040

    Top-paying metros for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $77,060
    Vallejo, CA $76,040
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $75,500
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $70,320
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $70,070
    Albany, OR $68,650

    Related occupations in Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$51,340
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$47,070
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$65,090
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$75,050
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$57,190
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$56,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians make per hour in Northwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Northwest Iowa is $28.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.24 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Iowa above or below average for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salaries?

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in Northwest Iowa is 13.1% above the national median of $52,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,130 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,850.