Sheet Metal Workers pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for sheet metal workers is $39.47 an hour ($82,100 a year). About 2,890 people work in this job there.
That is 33% higher than the U.S. median ($61,800). Massachusetts ranks 6th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for sheet metal workers in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.33 | $46,440 |
| 25% of workers | $25.37 | $52,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.47 | $82,100 |
| 75% of workers | $44.54 | $92,630 |
| 90% of workers | $58.20 | $121,050 |
Sheet Metal Workers pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $82,550 | 2,330 |
| Worcester | $77,820 | 290 |
| Springfield | $76,580 | 200 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $75,030 | 30 |
| Pittsfield | $60,140 | 50 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $75,200 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $120,840 |
| Tool and Die Makers | $67,230 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $48,940 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $62,040 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $69,500 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $64,710 |
| Electricians | $79,420 |
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