Machinists Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $46,980 -16.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.59
10th percentile $39,420
90th percentile $60,680
Employed locally 220
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,420
    25th
    $44,470
    50th (median)
    $46,980
    75th
    $57,500
    90th
    $60,680

    Top-paying metros for Machinists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $101,810
    Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area $85,530
    Bloomington, IL $81,240
    Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL $80,150
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $78,580
    Barnstable Town, MA $77,650

    Related occupations in Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators$45,260
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers$47,840
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers$68,230
    Slaughterers and Meat Packers$43,810
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders$45,050
    Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers$45,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Southwest Iowa is $22.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.99 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Southwest Iowa is 16.3% below the national median of $56,150. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Machinists in Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $39,420 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,470.