Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $57,740 +10.9% vs national
Median hourly $27.76
10th percentile $37,720
90th percentile $74,940
Employed locally 340
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,720
    25th
    $47,020
    50th (median)
    $57,740
    75th
    $61,470
    90th
    $74,940

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $54,310
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $63,960
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $47,090
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $76,510
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $51,880
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $56,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Southeast Iowa is $27.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.33 or more per hour.

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

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in Southeast Iowa is 10.9% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,720 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,020.