Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Iowa
Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic in Iowa earn a median salary of $43,390 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -5% vs the national median of $45,690. An estimated 590 molders, shapers, and casters, except metal and plastic are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $38,890 to $46,270 depending on location.
$43,390
Avg median salary in Iowa
$46,270
Highest paying metro
$38,890
Lowest paying metro
590
Employed in Iowa
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Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Iowa | $46,270 | $36,080 | $49,960 | 40 |
| Southeast Iowa | $45,690 | $43,440 | $50,970 | 160 |
| Des Moines, IA | $44,950 | $40,300 | $51,710 | 140 |
| Davenport, IA-IL | $44,190 | $36,920 | $48,670 | 50 |
| Northeast Iowa | $43,050 | $37,110 | $47,890 | 70 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $42,580 | $38,220 | $44,810 | 50 |
| Southwest Iowa | $41,500 | $40,020 | $44,760 | 50 |
| Iowa City, IA | $38,890 | $38,890 | $47,040 | 30 |