Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for farmworkers, farm, ranch, and aquacultural animals is $17.54 an hour ($36,480 a year). About 1,240 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($36,670). Iowa ranks 29th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for farmworkers, farm, ranch, and aquacultural animals in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.92 | $28,950 |
| 25% of workers | $14.78 | $30,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.54 | $36,480 |
| 75% of workers | $23.44 | $48,760 |
| 90% of workers | $24.30 | $50,540 |
Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux City | $48,870 | 70 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $40,120 | 50 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for farmworkers, farm, ranch, and aquacultural animals
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.2% over ten years, declining · about 26,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $43,490 |
| Slaughterers and Meat Packers | $43,820 |
| Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers | $43,190 |
| Animal Caretakers | $30,080 |
| Agricultural Equipment Operators | $47,220 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $37,590 |
| Agricultural Inspectors | $49,600 |
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