Material Handler salary in Ames, IA

How much does a Material Handler make in Ames, IA?

Median base salary

Government data

$40,280

Median $40,280
Low $31,050High $58,320

Based on 650 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Ames, IA (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$31,050
25th percentile
$33,890
75th percentile
$49,990
90th percentile
$58,320

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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