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

A Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s salary grows with experience: starting around $57,601 for beginners, reaching about $59,588 at mid-level, and approach $60,839 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Structural Ironworker, Sr.?

Structural Ironworker, Sr. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Structural Ironworker, Sr. roles are District of Columbia $64,874, California $64,628, Massachusetts $63,767. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Structural Ironworker, Sr. roles make?

Salaries for Structural Ironworker, Sr. level roles vary by specialization: Ironworker Foreman: $90,293; Structural Assembler, Sr.: $63,885; Reinforcing Ironworker, Sr.: $56,000; Resteel Ironworker, Sr.: $55,957; Journeyman Ironworker: $53,919.

Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salary in Delaware

How much does a Structural Ironworker, Sr. make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Structural Ironworker, Sr. in Delaware is $59,337 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,747
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,051 to $62,692
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,238

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Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,692	$5,224	$1,206	$30
Average	$59,337	$4,945	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$54,051	$4,504	$1,039	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salaries

A Structural Ironworker, Sr.'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, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Structural Ironworker, Sr.'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): $57,601
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,996
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,588
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,589
Expert (over 8 years): $60,839

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$57,601
Intermediate Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$57,996
Senior Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$59,588
Specialist Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$60,589
Expert Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$60,839

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How Do Structural Ironworker, Sr. 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 Ironworker, Sr.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,874.
California: $64,628.
Massachusetts: $63,767.

District of Columbia $64,874 California $64,628 Massachusetts $63,767 Washington $63,532 New Jersey $63,509 Alaska $63,427 Connecticut $62,618 New York $62,290

Hawaii $61,241 Rhode Island $60,749 Maryland $60,415 Minnesota $59,958 Colorado $59,782 Illinois $59,724 Oregon $59,501 Delaware $59,337

New Hampshire $59,234 Virginia $59,003 Pennsylvania $58,329 Nevada $57,989 North Dakota $57,878 Michigan $57,702 Wisconsin $57,638 Vermont $57,509

Texas $57,152 Maine $57,128 Arizona $57,093 Ohio $57,052 Georgia $56,513 Indiana $56,243 Wyoming $56,191 Utah $56,109

Iowa $56,074 Kansas $55,792 Louisiana $55,710 North Carolina $55,681 Missouri $55,669 Florida $55,441 Montana $55,318 Nebraska $55,200

Kentucky $55,136 South Carolina $54,902 Tennessee $54,755 Idaho $54,697 New Mexico $54,269 Oklahoma $54,175 Alabama $53,829 South Dakota $53,249

Arkansas $52,933 West Virginia $52,763 Mississippi $52,253

Top Paying Cities for Structural Ironworker, Sr.s

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: $61,411
Little Creek: $60,843
Magnolia: $61,095

Lincoln, DE $61,411 Little Creek, DE $60,843 Magnolia, DE $61,095 Milford, DE $61,411 Marydel, DE $60,614 Millsboro, DE $61,411 Millville, DE $61,821 Milton, DE $61,411

Nassau, DE $61,411 Ocean View, DE $61,821 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,821 Seaford, DE $60,767 Selbyville, DE $61,821 Smyrna, DE $60,544 Viola, DE $61,095 Woodside, DE $60,919

Bear, DE $60,099 Newark, DE $60,122 Claymont, DE $60,169 Delaware City, DE $60,122 Hockessin, DE $60,169 Kirkwood, DE $60,122 Middletown, DE $60,421 Montchanin, DE $60,169

New Castle, DE $60,169 Odessa, DE $60,503 Port Penn, DE $59,958 Rockland, DE $60,169 Saint Georges, DE $60,122 Townsend, DE $60,415 Winterthur, DE $60,169 Lewes, DE $61,411

Wilmington, DE $60,169 Dover, DE $60,814 Dover Afb, DE $60,954 Bethany Beach, DE $61,821 Bethel, DE $60,767 Bridgeville, DE $61,411 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,878 Cheswold, DE $60,673

Clayton, DE $60,521 Dagsboro, DE $61,821 Delmar, DE $60,767 Ellendale, DE $61,411 Felton, DE $61,411 Fenwick Island, DE $61,821 Frankford, DE $61,821 Frederica, DE $61,411

Georgetown, DE $61,411 Greenwood, DE $61,411 Harbeson, DE $61,411 Harrington, DE $61,411 Hartly, DE $60,491 Houston, DE $61,411 Kenton, DE $60,521 Laurel, DE $60,767

Yorklyn, DE $60,169

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

Understanding how a Structural Ironworker, Sr.'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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$54,051

Average $59,337/year

$62,692

$4,504

Average $4,945/month

$5,224

$1,039

Average $1,141/week

$1,206

$26

Average $29/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,692	$5,224	$1,206	$30
Average	$59,337	$4,945	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$54,051	$4,504	$1,039	$26

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