What are the main factors that influence a Sheet Metal Apprentice's salary?

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

How does experience change A Sheet Metal Apprentice's salary?

A Sheet Metal Apprentice's salary grows with experience: a Sheetmetal Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $41,103, a Sheet Metal Apprentice (1-3 years)earns $51,752, a Sheetmetal Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $58,356,

What are the highest paying states for a Sheet Metal Apprentice?

Sheet Metal Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sheet Metal Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $55,332, California $55,122, Massachusetts $54,387. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sheet Metal Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Sheet Metal Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Sheet Metal Estimator: $72,665; Sheet Metal Superintendent: $59,343; Sheet Metal Fabricator: $58,492; Sheet Metal Assembler: $56,433; Sheet Metal Foreman: $51,509.

Sheet Metal Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sheet Metal Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sheet Metal Apprentice in Delaware is $50,609 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Sheet Metal Apprentice's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,382
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,124 to $55,725
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,131

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Sheet Metal Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,725	$4,644	$1,072	$27
Average	$50,609	$4,217	$973	$24
25th Percentile	$45,124	$3,760	$868	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Sheet Metal Apprentice Salaries

A Sheet Metal Apprentice'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 Do Sheet Metal Apprentice 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 Sheet Metal Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,332.
California: $55,122.
Massachusetts: $54,387.

District of Columbia $55,332 California $55,122 Massachusetts $54,387 Washington $54,187 New Jersey $54,167 Alaska $54,097 Connecticut $53,408 New York $53,128

Hawaii $52,233 Rhode Island $51,813 Maryland $51,529 Minnesota $51,139 Colorado $50,989 Illinois $50,939 Oregon $50,749 Delaware $50,609

New Hampshire $50,521 Virginia $50,324 Pennsylvania $49,750 Nevada $49,460 North Dakota $49,365 Michigan $49,215 Wisconsin $49,160 Vermont $49,050

Texas $48,745 Maine $48,725 Arizona $48,695 Ohio $48,660 Georgia $48,200 Indiana $47,970 Wyoming $47,925 Utah $47,855

Iowa $47,826 Kansas $47,586 Louisiana $47,516 North Carolina $47,491 Missouri $47,481 Florida $47,286 Montana $47,181 Nebraska $47,081

Kentucky $47,026 South Carolina $46,826 Tennessee $46,701 Idaho $46,651 New Mexico $46,286 Oklahoma $46,206 Alabama $45,911 South Dakota $45,417

Arkansas $45,147 West Virginia $45,002 Mississippi $44,567

Top Paying Cities for Sheet Metal Apprentices

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: $52,378
Little Creek: $51,893
Magnolia: $52,108

Lincoln, DE $52,378 Little Creek, DE $51,893 Magnolia, DE $52,108 Milford, DE $52,378 Marydel, DE $51,699 Millsboro, DE $52,378 Millville, DE $52,728 Milton, DE $52,378

Nassau, DE $52,378 Ocean View, DE $52,728 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,728 Seaford, DE $51,828 Selbyville, DE $52,728 Smyrna, DE $51,639 Viola, DE $52,108 Woodside, DE $51,958

Bear, DE $51,259 Newark, DE $51,279 Claymont, DE $51,319 Delaware City, DE $51,279 Hockessin, DE $51,319 Kirkwood, DE $51,279 Middletown, DE $51,534 Montchanin, DE $51,319

New Castle, DE $51,319 Odessa, DE $51,604 Port Penn, DE $51,139 Rockland, DE $51,319 Saint Georges, DE $51,279 Townsend, DE $51,529 Winterthur, DE $51,319 Lewes, DE $52,378

Wilmington, DE $51,319 Dover, DE $51,868 Dover Afb, DE $51,988 Bethany Beach, DE $52,728 Bethel, DE $51,828 Bridgeville, DE $52,378 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,923 Cheswold, DE $51,748

Clayton, DE $51,619 Dagsboro, DE $52,728 Delmar, DE $51,828 Ellendale, DE $52,378 Felton, DE $52,378 Fenwick Island, DE $52,728 Frankford, DE $52,728 Frederica, DE $52,378

Georgetown, DE $52,378 Greenwood, DE $52,378 Harbeson, DE $52,378 Harrington, DE $52,378 Hartly, DE $51,594 Houston, DE $52,378 Kenton, DE $51,619 Laurel, DE $51,828

Yorklyn, DE $51,319

Sheet Metal Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sheet Metal Apprentice'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 April 01, 2026

$45,124

Average $50,609/year

$55,725

$3,760

Average $4,217/month

$4,644

$868

Average $973/week

$1,072

$22

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,725	$4,644	$1,072	$27
Average	$50,609	$4,217	$973	$24
25th Percentile	$45,124	$3,760	$868	$22

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