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Electrician Salary
in Iowa
Electricians in Iowa (IA) earn a median of $58,500 a year, about $28 an hour. That runs roughly 5% below the national median for electricians, with most earning between $38,500 and $99,000.
Electrician pay by experience in Iowa
- Apprentice$35,100$17/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$58,500$28/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$79,600$38/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Iowa metros
- Des Moines$62,300$30/hr
- Cedar Rapids$60,500$29/hr
- Davenport$58,100$28/hr
Licensing in Iowa
Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work.
Frequently asked
- How much do electricians make in Iowa?
- Electricians in Iowa earn a median of $58,500 per year, about $28 per hour. That is roughly 5% below the national median. Most earn between $38,500 and $99,000.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Iowa?
- Among Iowa's major metros, Des Moines tends to pay electricians the most, near $62,300 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Iowa?
- Yes. Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work. Licensing in Iowa is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Electrician pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Iowa by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.