Sheet Metal Workers pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for sheet metal workers is $38.26 an hour ($79,570 a year). About 2,280 people work in this job there.
That is 29% higher than the U.S. median ($61,800). It is 8% higher than the Oregon median ($73,750).
Pay range for sheet metal workers in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.03 | $49,980 |
| 25% of workers | $30.19 | $62,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.26 | $79,570 |
| 75% of workers | $53.18 | $110,610 |
| 90% of workers | $61.27 | $127,450 |
Sheet Metal Workers pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $79,570 | 2,280 |
| Albany | $63,310 | 120 |
| Bend | $63,300 | 150 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $62,660 | 240 |
| Salem | $60,890 | 270 |
| Medford | $58,410 | 90 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $73,710 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $81,100 |
| Construction Laborers | $54,240 |
| Electricians | $105,090 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $101,010 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $53,280 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $79,040 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $75,090 |
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