Millwrights Salary in Northeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $57,720 -11.4% vs national
Median hourly $27.75
10th percentile $45,120
90th percentile $80,290
Employed locally 40
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,120
    25th
    $48,000
    50th (median)
    $57,720
    75th
    $70,350
    90th
    $80,290

    Top-paying metros for Millwrights

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $145,930
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $110,830
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $104,830
    Modesto, CA $98,270
    Albuquerque, NM $90,750
    Madison, WI $90,520

    Related occupations in Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$50,370
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$48,270
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$62,900
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$73,850
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians$57,310
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$55,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in Northeast Iowa is $27.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.60 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in Northeast Iowa is 11.4% below the national median of $65,170. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Millwrights in Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $45,120 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,000.