Sheet Metal Workers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for sheet metal workers is $31.95 an hour ($66,460 a year). About 1,650 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($61,800). Iowa ranks 15th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for sheet metal workers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.04 | $43,770 |
| 25% of workers | $23.78 | $49,470 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.95 | $66,460 |
| 75% of workers | $36.58 | $76,080 |
| 90% of workers | $43.97 | $91,450 |
Sheet Metal Workers pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids | $82,090 | 190 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $72,380 | 440 |
| Sioux City | $67,350 | 50 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $66,000 | 350 |
| Ames | $64,420 | 60 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $63,240 | 80 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for sheet metal workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 9,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $57,710 |
| Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $51,740 |
| Tool and Die Makers | $65,000 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $51,360 |
| Construction Laborers | $48,490 |
| Electricians | $60,860 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $63,890 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $60,330 |
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