Rail Car Repairers Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $51,110 -22.2% vs national
Median hourly $24.57
10th percentile $40,850
90th percentile $64,920
Employed locally 60
National median $65,680

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,850
    25th
    $48,790
    50th (median)
    $51,110
    75th
    $61,220
    90th
    $64,920

    Top-paying metros for Rail Car Repairers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts $97,660
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $90,050
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $85,380
    Oregon $85,380
    New York $85,160
    Maryland $84,840

    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 Rail Car Repairers make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Rail Car Repairers in Southeast Iowa is $24.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.40 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Rail Car Repairers salaries?

    The median Rail Car Repairers salary in Southeast Iowa is 22.2% below the national median of $65,680. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Rail Car Repairers in Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Rail Car Repairers (10th percentile) earn around $40,850 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,790.