Mechanical Engineers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for mechanical engineers is $46.97 an hour ($97,700 a year). About 3,470 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). Iowa ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for mechanical engineers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.16 | $71,050 |
| 25% of workers | $38.35 | $79,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.97 | $97,700 |
| 75% of workers | $52.20 | $108,580 |
| 90% of workers | $66.13 | $137,540 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $104,320 | 930 |
| Ames | $98,610 | 120 |
| Iowa City | $96,190 | 60 |
| Sioux City | $95,250 | 70 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $88,770 | 190 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $85,490 | 390 |
| Cedar Rapids | $84,630 | 350 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for mechanical engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $97,690 |
| Civil Engineers | $96,430 |
| Electrical Engineers | $105,820 |
| Engineers, All Other | $103,090 |
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