Ground Transportation at Northwest Iowa Community College
a compact campus enrolling 856 students in Sheldon, IA.
Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $60,943 put Northwest Iowa Community College's Ground Transportation program 47% above the national median of $41,480 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.
The 44.8x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.
With only 14% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 0%. Career paths for Ground Transportation are among the more automation-resistant trades we analyze.
Ranked #35 out of 96 programs, Northwest Iowa Community College's Ground Transportation offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
With 14 registered apprenticeships mapped to Ground Transportation, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Ground Transportation graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway and streetcar operators | $84,830 | +3.4% | 59% |
| Locomotive engineers | $77,400 | +0.7% | 71% |
| Railroad conductors and yardmasters | $74,080 | +1.1% | 72% |
Ground Transportation Career Guide
From day-one roles to senior positions, Ground Transportation careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering skilled trades.