Millwrights Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $58,560 -10.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.16
10th percentile $45,120
90th percentile $79,710
Employed locally 50
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,120
    25th
    $49,370
    50th (median)
    $58,560
    75th
    $74,980
    90th
    $79,710

    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 Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $50,790
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $48,650
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $64,850
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $74,900
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $52,640
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $58,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in Southwest Iowa is $28.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.32 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in Southwest Iowa is 10.1% 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $45,120 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,370.