Automotive Body and Related Repairers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for automotive body and related repairers is $23.75 an hour ($49,400 a year). About 1,830 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($54,890). Iowa ranks 37th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for automotive body and related repairers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.12 | $37,690 |
| 25% of workers | $20.86 | $43,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.75 | $49,400 |
| 75% of workers | $30.42 | $63,270 |
| 90% of workers | $41.21 | $85,730 |
Automotive Body and Related Repairers pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City | $59,070 | 100 |
| Ames | $58,790 | 50 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $58,210 | 450 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $56,200 | 140 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $51,150 | 80 |
| Dubuque | $51,000 | 70 |
| Cedar Rapids | $49,910 | 130 |
| Sioux City | $48,400 | 100 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for automotive body and related repairers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 12,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | $50,510 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $59,680 |
| Tire Builders | $50,600 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $64,290 |
| Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians | $59,860 |
| Tire Repairers and Changers | $38,210 |
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