Locomotive Engineers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for locomotive engineers is $43.25 an hour ($89,970 a year). About 1,000 people work in this job there.
That is 11% higher than the U.S. median ($81,410). Iowa ranks 11th of 35 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for locomotive engineers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.95 | $74,770 |
| 25% of workers | $35.99 | $74,850 |
| Half of workers (median) | $43.25 | $89,970 |
| 75% of workers | $44.31 | $92,170 |
| 90% of workers | $46.02 | $95,710 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for locomotive engineers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.5% over ten years, little or no change · about 2,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $58,070 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $60,330 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $59,680 |
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