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

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

How does experience change A Metal Worker's salary?

A Metal Worker's salary grows with experience: a Sheetmetal Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $42,002, a Metal Worker (1-3 years)earns $52,884, a Sheetmetal Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $59,633,

What are the highest paying states for a Metal Worker?

Metal Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Metal Worker roles are District of Columbia $58,272, California $58,051, Massachusetts $57,277. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Metal Worker roles make?

Salaries for Metal Worker level roles vary by specialization: Metal Framer: $97,959; Metal Trader: $70,634; METAL SHOP WORKER: $53,242; Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker: $52,348; Sheet Metal Worker - Experienced: $51,520.

Metal Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Metal Worker make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Metal Worker in Delaware is $53,298 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,062
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,135 to $58,932
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,435

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Metal Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,932	$4,911	$1,133	$28
Average	$53,298	$4,442	$1,025	$26
25th Percentile	$48,135	$4,011	$926	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Metal Worker Salaries

A Metal Worker'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 Metal Worker 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 Metal Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,272.
California: $58,051.
Massachusetts: $57,277.

District of Columbia $58,272 California $58,051 Massachusetts $57,277 Washington $57,066 New Jersey $57,045 Alaska $56,972 Connecticut $56,245 New York $55,951

Hawaii $55,009 Rhode Island $54,566 Maryland $54,266 Minnesota $53,856 Colorado $53,698 Illinois $53,645 Oregon $53,445 Delaware $53,298

New Hampshire $53,205 Virginia $52,998 Pennsylvania $52,393 Nevada $52,088 North Dakota $51,988 Michigan $51,830 Wisconsin $51,772 Vermont $51,656

Texas $51,335 Maine $51,314 Arizona $51,282 Ohio $51,246 Georgia $50,761 Indiana $50,519 Wyoming $50,472 Utah $50,398

Iowa $50,367 Kansas $50,114 Louisiana $50,040 North Carolina $50,014 Missouri $50,003 Florida $49,798 Montana $49,688 Nebraska $49,582

Kentucky $49,525 South Carolina $49,314 Tennessee $49,182 Idaho $49,130 New Mexico $48,746 Oklahoma $48,661 Alabama $48,351 South Dakota $47,830

Arkansas $47,546 West Virginia $47,393 Mississippi $46,935

Top Paying Cities for Metal Workers

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: $55,161
Little Creek: $54,651
Magnolia: $54,877

Lincoln, DE $55,161 Little Creek, DE $54,651 Magnolia, DE $54,877 Milford, DE $55,161 Marydel, DE $54,445 Millsboro, DE $55,161 Millville, DE $55,530 Milton, DE $55,161

Nassau, DE $55,161 Ocean View, DE $55,530 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,530 Seaford, DE $54,582 Selbyville, DE $55,530 Smyrna, DE $54,382 Viola, DE $54,877 Woodside, DE $54,719

Bear, DE $53,982 Newark, DE $54,003 Claymont, DE $54,045 Delaware City, DE $54,003 Hockessin, DE $54,045 Kirkwood, DE $54,003 Middletown, DE $54,272 Montchanin, DE $54,045

New Castle, DE $54,045 Odessa, DE $54,345 Port Penn, DE $53,856 Rockland, DE $54,045 Saint Georges, DE $54,003 Townsend, DE $54,266 Winterthur, DE $54,045 Lewes, DE $55,161

Wilmington, DE $54,045 Dover, DE $54,624 Dover Afb, DE $54,751 Bethany Beach, DE $55,530 Bethel, DE $54,582 Bridgeville, DE $55,161 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,682 Cheswold, DE $54,498

Clayton, DE $54,361 Dagsboro, DE $55,530 Delmar, DE $54,582 Ellendale, DE $55,161 Felton, DE $55,161 Fenwick Island, DE $55,530 Frankford, DE $55,530 Frederica, DE $55,161

Georgetown, DE $55,161 Greenwood, DE $55,161 Harbeson, DE $55,161 Harrington, DE $55,161 Hartly, DE $54,335 Houston, DE $55,161 Kenton, DE $54,361 Laurel, DE $54,582

Yorklyn, DE $54,045

Metal Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Metal Worker'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

$48,135

Average $53,298/year

$58,932

$4,011

Average $4,442/month

$4,911

$926

Average $1,025/week

$1,133

$23

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,932	$4,911	$1,133	$28
Average	$53,298	$4,442	$1,025	$26
25th Percentile	$48,135	$4,011	$926	$23

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