Roofers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for roofers is $23.39 an hour ($48,660 a year). About 930 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($55,440). Iowa ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.82 | $37,070 |
| 25% of workers | $22.31 | $46,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.39 | $48,660 |
| 75% of workers | $29.50 | $61,370 |
| 90% of workers | $31.26 | $65,010 |
Roofers pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $49,510 | 280 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $48,250 | 110 |
| Cedar Rapids | $47,840 | 120 |
| Sioux City | $47,050 | 90 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for roofers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 12,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $57,710 |
| Construction Laborers | $48,490 |
| Electricians | $60,860 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $63,890 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $60,330 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $58,220 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $49,710 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $66,460 |
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