Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators Salary in Ames, IA
Median Salary
$61,730
per year
Hourly Rate
$29.68
per hour
Employment
70
in Ames, IA
vs. National Avg
+2.8%
National: $60,020
📊 Compared to the national median of $60,020, Ames, IA pays 2.8% MORE for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators positions.
Salary Distribution in Ames, IA
10th
$44,270
25th
$50,230
Median
$61,730
75th
$74,000
90th
$88,380
Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).