Sheet Metal Workers pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for sheet metal workers is $27.83 an hour ($57,880 a year). About 1,660 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($61,800). Colorado ranks 35th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for sheet metal workers in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.05 | $43,780 |
| 25% of workers | $22.60 | $47,010 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.83 | $57,880 |
| 75% of workers | $33.85 | $70,400 |
| 90% of workers | $40.17 | $83,550 |
Sheet Metal Workers pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $61,620 | 880 |
| Boulder | $55,640 | 60 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $52,640 | 80 |
| Greeley | $50,020 | 120 |
| Grand Junction | $49,010 | 90 |
| Pueblo | $48,970 | 60 |
| Colorado Springs | $47,550 | 180 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for sheet metal workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 9,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $62,830 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $61,780 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $50,800 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $58,830 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $49,050 |
| Construction Laborers | $47,900 |
| Electricians | $62,230 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $62,620 |
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