Millwrights Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $63,070 -3.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.32
10th percentile $47,980
90th percentile $78,390
Employed locally 190
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,980
    25th
    $52,530
    50th (median)
    $63,070
    75th
    $74,210
    90th
    $78,390

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $54,310
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $63,960
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $47,090
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $76,510
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $51,880
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $56,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in Southeast Iowa is $30.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.09 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in Southeast Iowa is 3.2% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $47,980 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,530.