The highest median for electrical lineworkers in Iowa is in Cedar Rapids at $103,080. Compare with all U.S. metros.
Median pay by metro
All Iowa metros
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| Metro | Median pay | Real pay | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar RapidsIOWA · IA | $103,080 | $115,868 | 100 |
| Iowa CityIOWA · IA | $103,000 | $112,557 | 40 |
| WaterlooIOWA · IA | $102,680 | $117,946 | 50 |
| Sioux CityIOWA · IA | $102,340 | $118,375 | 90 |
| Des MoinesIOWA · IA | $102,230 | $111,482 | 200 |
| AmesIOWA · IA | $100,170 | $112,766 | 40 |
| DavenportIOWA · IA | $97,640 | $109,611 | 90 |
Pay: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (metro-level). Real pay: BEA price parities, 2024. How we calculate
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