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Sheet Metal Worker

Average Sheet Metal Worker with Engineering Design Skills Hourly Pay

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$26.04
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
25%
$20.50
MEDIAN
$26.04
75%
$34.50

The average hourly pay for a Sheet Metal Worker is $26.04 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$21 - $35
Bonus
$0 - $6k
Total Pay
$43k - $78k
(last updated Jan 19 2021)
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What Do Sheet Metal Workers Do?

Sheet Metal Worker Tasks
  • Use torches, drills, lathes, or other equipment to cut, shape, smooth, and bend metal to meet specifications.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, templates, schematics, and other drawings to correctly create products.
  • Manufacture small parts and components for use in final pieces.
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair metal systems like locomotives, airplanes, and generators.
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Common Health Benefits for a Sheet Metal Worker

Medical
50%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Sheet Metal Workers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Sheet Metal Workers

What is the highest pay for Sheet Metal Workers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Sheet Metal Worker is $NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Sheet Metal Workers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Sheet Metal Worker is $NaN / hour

How can Sheet Metal Workers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Sheet Metal Worker is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Sheet Metal Worker that oversees more junior Sheet Metal Workers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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