Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for structural metal fabricators and fitters is $29.74 an hour ($61,850 a year). About 1,050 people work in this job there.
That is 20% higher than the U.S. median ($51,330). Washington ranks 5th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for structural metal fabricators and fitters in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.71 | $47,240 |
| 25% of workers | $26.35 | $54,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.74 | $61,850 |
| 75% of workers | $37.00 | $76,970 |
| 90% of workers | $41.25 | $85,800 |
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $75,570 | 30 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $65,980 | 520 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $63,920 | 50 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $60,950 | 130 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for structural metal fabricators and fitters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -6.2% over ten years, declining · about 4,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers | $63,020 |
| Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers | $110,470 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $98,550 |
| Tool and Die Makers | $109,390 |
| Millwrights | $76,490 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $107,660 |
| Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic | $85,300 |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | $48,260 |
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