BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Bridge and Lock Tenders in Iowa earn between $63,360 and $74,420, with a mean of $69,410. The national average for this role is $55,080.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Iowa | $69,410 |
| National Average | $55,080 |
| Washington | $76,240 |
| Minnesota | $72,570 |
| Illinois | $71,700 |
| Missouri | $70,970 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Iowa. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.