SOC 47-2211 · May 2025 · United States
Sheet Metal Workers
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Sheet Metal Workers across the United States is $61,800 per year, measured over 119,770 jobs. The highest state median is in Washington, at $98,550.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Sheet Metal Workers
Pay for this occupation varies by 115.1% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Washington pays $98,550 and Arkansas pays $45,820.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $98,550 | 3,440 | |
| 2 | Hawaii | $96,350 | 490 | |
| 3 | Alaska | $94,600 | 240 | |
| 4 | New Jersey | $92,840 | 2,790 | |
| 5 | Illinois | $86,630 | 3,260 | |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $82,100 | 2,890 | |
| 7 | Connecticut | $78,750 | 1,480 | |
| 8 | Wisconsin | $77,760 | 3,180 | |
| 9 | California | $76,590 | 8,390 | |
| 10 | Ohio | $74,790 | 4,180 |
States with the most Sheet Metal Workers jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas | 9,540 | $54,240 | |
| 2 | California | 8,390 | $76,590 | |
| 3 | Florida | 8,040 | $49,640 | |
| 4 | New York | 6,570 | $73,760 | |
| 5 | Indiana | 4,580 | $64,040 | |
| 6 | Virginia | 4,520 | $52,220 | |
| 7 | Ohio | 4,180 | $74,790 | |
| 8 | Michigan | 4,000 | $64,490 | |
| 9 | Georgia | 3,590 | $56,800 | |
| 10 | Washington | 3,440 | $98,550 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle | $109,830 | 2,190 |
| 2 | San Jose | $109,280 | 750 |
| 3 | San Francisco | $102,660 | 880 |
| 4 | Olympia | $100,650 | 100 |
| 5 | Atlantic City | $100,470 | 150 |
| 6 | Anchorage | $98,070 | 160 |
| 7 | Kennewick | $96,000 | 190 |
| 8 | Chicago | $95,310 | 2,430 |
| 9 | Urban Honolulu | $93,380 | 440 |
| 10 | Michigan City | $93,350 | 50 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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