What are the main factors that influence a Structural Ironworker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Structural Ironworker's salary?

A Structural Ironworker's salary grows with experience: starting around $52,656 for beginners, reaching about $55,047 at mid-level, and approach $55,572 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Structural Ironworker?

Structural Ironworker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Structural Ironworker roles are District of Columbia $58,605, California $58,383, Massachusetts $57,605. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Structural Ironworker roles make?

Salaries for Structural Ironworker level roles vary by specialization: Ironworker Foreman: $90,296; Structural Ironworker, Sr.: $58,595; Reinforcing Ironworker, Sr.: $56,000; Journeyman Ironworker: $53,919; Ironworker Helper: $52,337.

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Structural Ironworker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Structural Ironworker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Structural Ironworker in Delaware is $53,603 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Structural Ironworker's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,002
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,315 to $57,999
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,500

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Structural Ironworker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,999	$4,833	$1,115	$28
Average	$53,603	$4,467	$1,031	$26
25th Percentile	$48,315	$4,026	$929	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Structural Ironworker Salaries

A Structural Ironworker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Structural Ironworker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Structural Ironworker's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $52,656
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,603
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,047
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,244
Expert (over 8 years): $55,572

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Structural Ironworker	$52,656
Intermediate Level Structural Ironworker	$53,603
Senior Level Structural Ironworker	$55,047
Specialist Level Structural Ironworker	$55,244
Expert Level Structural Ironworker	$55,572

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How Do Structural Ironworker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Structural Ironworkers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,605.
California: $58,383.
Massachusetts: $57,605.

District of Columbia $58,605 California $58,383 Massachusetts $57,605 Washington $57,393 New Jersey $57,372 Alaska $57,298 Connecticut $56,567 New York $56,271

Hawaii $55,323 Rhode Island $54,879 Maryland $54,577 Minnesota $54,164 Colorado $54,005 Illinois $53,953 Oregon $53,751 Delaware $53,603

New Hampshire $53,510 Virginia $53,302 Pennsylvania $52,693 Nevada $52,386 North Dakota $52,285 Michigan $52,126 Wisconsin $52,068 Vermont $51,952

Texas $51,629 Maine $51,608 Arizona $51,576 Ohio $51,539 Georgia $51,052 Indiana $50,808 Wyoming $50,761 Utah $50,687

Iowa $50,655 Kansas $50,401 Louisiana $50,327 North Carolina $50,300 Missouri $50,290 Florida $50,083 Montana $49,972 Nebraska $49,866

Kentucky $49,808 South Carolina $49,596 Tennessee $49,464 Idaho $49,411 New Mexico $49,025 Oklahoma $48,940 Alabama $48,628 South Dakota $48,104

Arkansas $47,818 West Virginia $47,664 Mississippi $47,204

Top Paying Cities for Structural Ironworkers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $53,362
Little Creek: $53,752
Magnolia: $53,675

Lincoln, DE $53,362 Little Creek, DE $53,752 Magnolia, DE $53,675 Milford, DE $53,497 Marydel, DE $53,585 Millsboro, DE $53,138 Millville, DE $53,220 Milton, DE $53,312

Nassau, DE $53,351 Ocean View, DE $53,211 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,313 Seaford, DE $53,343 Selbyville, DE $53,123 Smyrna, DE $53,790 Viola, DE $53,542 Woodside, DE $53,686

Bear, DE $53,562 Newark, DE $53,542 Claymont, DE $53,651 Delaware City, DE $53,595 Hockessin, DE $53,537 Kirkwood, DE $53,585 Middletown, DE $53,606 Montchanin, DE $53,549

New Castle, DE $53,557 Odessa, DE $53,632 Port Penn, DE $53,668 Rockland, DE $53,555 Saint Georges, DE $53,589 Townsend, DE $53,672 Winterthur, DE $53,561 Lewes, DE $53,333

Wilmington, DE $53,540 Dover, DE $53,752 Dover Afb, DE $53,469 Bethany Beach, DE $53,155 Bethel, DE $53,210 Bridgeville, DE $53,335 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,601 Cheswold, DE $53,735

Clayton, DE $53,737 Dagsboro, DE $53,118 Delmar, DE $53,033 Ellendale, DE $53,194 Felton, DE $53,493 Fenwick Island, DE $53,129 Frankford, DE $53,037 Frederica, DE $53,546

Georgetown, DE $53,098 Greenwood, DE $53,344 Harbeson, DE $53,154 Harrington, DE $53,425 Hartly, DE $53,592 Houston, DE $53,349 Kenton, DE $53,739 Laurel, DE $53,066

Yorklyn, DE $53,553

Structural Ironworker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Structural Ironworker's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$48,315

Average $53,603/year

$57,999

$4,026

Average $4,467/month

$4,833

$929

Average $1,031/week

$1,115

$23

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,999	$4,833	$1,115	$28
Average	$53,603	$4,467	$1,031	$26
25th Percentile	$48,315	$4,026	$929	$23

Structural Ironworker Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Structural Ironworker, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Structural Ironworker, Sr. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $59,339 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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