Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $58,240 +11.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.00
10th percentile $45,760
90th percentile $74,760
Employed locally 250
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,760
    25th
    $48,780
    50th (median)
    $58,240
    75th
    $61,570
    90th
    $74,760

    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 Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $50,790
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $48,650
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $64,850
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $74,900
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $52,640
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $50,000

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Southwest Iowa is $28.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in Southwest Iowa is 11.8% 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $45,760 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,780.