Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for cabinetmakers and bench carpenters is $22.65 an hour ($47,110 a year). About 1,010 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($46,680). Iowa ranks 27th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for cabinetmakers and bench carpenters in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.47 | $38,410 |
| 25% of workers | $21.21 | $44,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.65 | $47,110 |
| 75% of workers | $27.28 | $56,740 |
| 90% of workers | $29.02 | $60,370 |
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $49,040 | 150 |
| Cedar Rapids | $47,110 | 40 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $46,620 | 270 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for cabinetmakers and bench carpenters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -2.9% over ten years, declining · about 6,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $57,710 |
| Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing | $51,200 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $51,360 |
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