Iowa Median
$58,490
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.12
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+16% vs US median
US median $50,260
State Rank
#10 of 49
4,000 employed here
How much does a Highway Maintenance Worker make in Iowa?
Highway Maintenance Workers in Iowa take home a median of $58,490 annually — roughly $28.12 an hour — which runs 16% above the national median of $50,260.
Within Iowa, entry-level pay starts around $47,380 while the top 10% make $67,980 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $52,860 and $61,810 a year.
Highway Maintenance Worker salary range in Iowa
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $47,380 | $22.78 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $52,860 | $25.41 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $58,490 | $28.12 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $61,810 | $29.72 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $67,980 | $32.68 |
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How Iowa compares
Iowa ranks 10th out of 49 states and territories for Highway Maintenance Worker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Highway Maintenance Worker salary in other states
Oregon $65,330Washington $65,300Connecticut $64,870Minnesota $63,150Illinois $61,700Massachusetts $61,500Montana $60,960North Dakota $60,630California $59,580Vermont $58,460Wisconsin $58,000Rhode Island $57,950Utah $55,970New York $55,210Alaska $54,090Michigan $53,750Colorado $52,350Idaho $52,050New Jersey $51,720New Hampshire $51,050Arizona $50,850Virginia $50,800Nevada $49,320Maine $49,030Maryland $49,030Ohio $48,880Nebraska $48,650South Dakota $48,610Indiana $48,480Wyoming $48,190South Carolina $48,130North Carolina $47,880New Mexico $47,740Pennsylvania $47,690Missouri $47,470Tennessee $46,070Kansas $46,050Texas $45,540Delaware $45,450West Virginia $45,260Louisiana $44,790Florida $42,210Kentucky $40,400Oklahoma $38,840Georgia $37,560Alabama $37,430Arkansas $35,740Mississippi $35,120
Working as a Highway Maintenance Worker in Iowa
Nationally, about 155,000 people work as Highway Maintenance Workers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Iowa pay ($58,490) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Highway Maintenance Worker make in Iowa?
The median Highway Maintenance Worker salary in Iowa is $58,490 per year, or about $28.12 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $47,380 at the entry level to $67,980 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Iowa pay compare to the national average?
Iowa pays Highway Maintenance Workers about 16% more than the national median of $50,260. Iowa ranks 10th out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Iowa a good state for Highway Maintenance Workers?
Yes on pay — Iowa pays above the national median for this occupation, at $58,490 a year. About 4,000 Highway Maintenance Workers are employed in Iowa. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Iowa?
The highest-paying occupations in Iowa include Emergency Medicine Physician ($429,050), Dermatologist ($424,970), Radiologist ($405,220), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.