Structural Iron and Steel Workers pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for structural iron and steel workers is $30.80 an hour ($64,060 a year). About 990 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($62,780). Kentucky ranks 25th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for structural iron and steel workers in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.19 | $48,240 |
| 25% of workers | $27.16 | $56,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.80 | $64,060 |
| 75% of workers | $36.81 | $76,570 |
| 90% of workers | $47.29 | $98,360 |
Structural Iron and Steel Workers pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $69,280 | 310 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $64,000 | 40 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for structural iron and steel workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.1% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 5,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $45,710 |
| Carpenters | $52,680 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $60,680 |
| Millwrights | $70,610 |
| Electricians | $59,720 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $57,780 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $64,160 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $48,110 |
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