Printing Press Operators Salary in Iowa
The median pay for a printing press operators in Iowa is $39,660/year ($19.07/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $57K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Iowa. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $40K get you in Iowa?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Iowa
Entry-level printing press operators (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $40K. Top earners bring in $57K or more, a $27K spread from bottom to top.
Printing Press Operators salary by metro in Iowa
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa City | $46K | +16% | 110 |
| Ames | $43K | +8% | 180 |
| Cedar Rapids | $42K | +5% | 260 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $41K | +4% | 510 |
| Sioux City | $41K | +3% | 50 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $41K | +3% | 110 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $39K | -2% | 170 |
| Dubuque | $38K | -5% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do printing press operators make in Iowa?
The median is $39,660 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,950, and experienced printing press operators can clear $56,990. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $40K enough to live in Iowa?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,673/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,064/month, which eats 39.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a printing press operators salary go in Iowa?
Iowa has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median printing press operators salary is worth about $44,632 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do printing press operators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.