salary$46,370 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$33,580per year
Top pay (top 10%)$55,770per year
Jobs in the area7,000people work this job
Can a warehouse worker afford Des Moines?
Expensive. Rent of $1,266 a month takes 32.8% of the median warehouse worker salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a warehouse worker make in Des Moines, IA?
The median pay for a warehouse worker in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area is $46,370 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $33,580 and $55,770.
Can a warehouse worker afford to live in Des Moines?
Typical rent of $1,266 a month takes 32.8% of the median warehouse worker salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro area.