Millwrights Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $61,100 -6.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.38
10th percentile $44,030
90th percentile $78,350
Employed locally 130
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,030
    25th
    $48,640
    50th (median)
    $61,100
    75th
    $77,210
    90th
    $78,350

    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 Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $51,340
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $47,070
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $65,090
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $75,050
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $58,880
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $57,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in Northwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in Northwest Iowa is $29.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.60 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Iowa above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in Northwest Iowa is 6.2% 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 Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $44,030 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,640.