Painters, Construction and Maintenance Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $46,210 -5% vs national
Median hourly $22.22
10th percentile $35,400
90th percentile $61,910
Employed locally 30
National median $48,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,400
    25th
    $37,340
    50th (median)
    $46,210
    75th
    $55,510
    90th
    $61,910

    Top-paying metros for Painters, Construction and Maintenance

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Champaign-Urbana, IL $79,960
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $72,970
    Hawaii $67,620
    Urban Honolulu, HI $66,610
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $66,290
    Fairbanks-College, AK $65,830

    Related occupations in Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $45,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $69,560
    Electricians $60,940
    Highway Maintenance Workers $57,670
    Carpenters $47,920
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $57,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Painters, Construction and Maintenance make per hour in Northwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Northwest Iowa is $22.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.59 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Iowa above or below average for Painters, Construction and Maintenance salaries?

    The median Painters, Construction and Maintenance salary in Northwest Iowa is 5% below the national median of $48,660. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Painters, Construction and Maintenance in Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Painters, Construction and Maintenance (10th percentile) earn around $35,400 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,340.