Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders Salary in Northeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $52,380 -9.8% vs national
Median hourly $25.18
10th percentile $51,050
90th percentile $57,520
Employed locally 50
National median $58,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,050
    25th
    $51,290
    50th (median)
    $52,380
    75th
    $52,380
    90th
    $57,520

    Top-paying metros for Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Toledo, OH $105,520
    Alabama $85,260
    Billings, MT $83,390
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $83,340
    Alaska $83,330
    Corpus Christi, TX $81,920

    Related occupations in Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$50,280
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$39,680
    Stockers and Order Fillers$34,620
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$45,880
    Bus Drivers, School$45,790
    Light Truck Drivers$41,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders in Northeast Iowa is $25.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.33 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders salaries?

    The median Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders salary in Northeast Iowa is 9.8% below the national median of $58,070. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders in Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders (10th percentile) earn around $51,050 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,290.