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Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers Salary in Iowa

Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers in Iowa earn a median of $51,030 a year, −13% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$51,030
vs. U.S. median
−13% ($58,930)
Rank among states
27 of 49
Jobs in the state
290

Pay range in Iowa

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,750; the top 10% earn over $67,650. Nationally the range is $38,460 to $102,010.

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Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Iowa

How much do drywall and ceiling tile installers make in Iowa?

The median is $51,030 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,750 and the top 10% earn over $67,650. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Iowa a good state for drywall and ceiling tile installers?

On pay alone it ranks 27 of 49 (−13% vs. the national median of $58,930). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses