Sheet Metal Workers pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for sheet metal workers is $47.38 an hour ($98,550 a year). About 3,440 people work in this job there.
That is 59% higher than the U.S. median ($61,800). Washington ranks 1st of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for sheet metal workers in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.72 | $57,650 |
| 25% of workers | $34.72 | $72,220 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.38 | $98,550 |
| 75% of workers | $64.71 | $134,590 |
| 90% of workers | $71.76 | $149,260 |
Sheet Metal Workers pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $109,830 | 2,190 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $100,650 | 100 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $96,000 | 190 |
| Bellingham | $90,840 | 100 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $88,730 | 180 |
| Yakima | $77,850 | 90 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $76,080 | 190 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $61,330 | 80 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $74,190 |
| Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers | $110,470 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $73,130 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $67,750 |
| Tool and Die Makers | $109,390 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $61,850 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $107,660 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $92,120 |
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