Machine Feeders and Offbearers Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $46,010 +15.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.12
10th percentile $32,660
90th percentile $75,330
Employed locally 110
National median $39,700

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,660
    25th
    $40,840
    50th (median)
    $46,010
    75th
    $47,680
    90th
    $75,330

    Top-paying metros for Machine Feeders and Offbearers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kansas City, MO-KS $71,910
    Columbus, OH $59,320
    Visalia, CA $55,680
    North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area $54,710
    Lancaster, PA $53,930
    Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV $53,670

    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 Machine Feeders and Offbearers make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Machine Feeders and Offbearers in Southeast Iowa is $22.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.69 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Machine Feeders and Offbearers salaries?

    The median Machine Feeders and Offbearers salary in Southeast Iowa is 15.9% above the national median of $39,700. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Machine Feeders and Offbearers in Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Machine Feeders and Offbearers (10th percentile) earn around $32,660 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,840.