Sheet Metal Workers pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for sheet metal workers is $24.00 an hour ($49,920 a year). About 1,710 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($61,800). South Carolina ranks 43rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for sheet metal workers in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.83 | $37,090 |
| 25% of workers | $18.49 | $38,450 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.00 | $49,920 |
| 75% of workers | $30.55 | $63,550 |
| 90% of workers | $36.68 | $76,300 |
Sheet Metal Workers pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $59,650 | 270 |
| Spartanburg | $59,220 | 80 |
| Columbia | $50,170 | 350 |
| Florence | $47,880 | 70 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $47,330 | 40 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $46,060 | 560 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $50,670 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $46,910 |
| Tool and Die Makers | $65,250 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $47,020 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $50,750 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $50,440 |
| Construction Laborers | $42,940 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $48,940 |
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