Auto Body Labor Rates in Iowa (2025)

Iowa (IA) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Iowa are 7% below the national average ($ 70/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Iowa typically see a 5% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

-7%
$70 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

-7%
$70 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

-5%
$105 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

-8%
$92 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

Iowa vs. National Average

Body Labor
$75/hr nat'l vs. $70/hr IA -7%
Paint / Refinish
$75/hr nat'l vs. $70/hr IA -7%
Mechanical
$110/hr nat'l vs. $105/hr IA -5%
Frame / Structural
$100/hr nat'l vs. $92/hr IA -8%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($130-145), industry rate ratios

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