Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters Salary (2025)
Based on 52,360 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,960 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $45,610 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $51,330 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $61,250 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $72,280 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$46K
Median
$51K
75th
$61K
90th
$72K
Highest Paying States for Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $66,540 |
| Massachusetts | $64,790 |
| Oregon | $64,210 |
| Alaska | $62,740 |
| Maine | $62,410 |
| Connecticut | $59,530 |
| Virginia | $58,170 |
| California | $58,160 |
| Idaho | $58,010 |
| Indiana | $57,600 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $66,540 per year, while Indiana has an average of $57,600 — a difference of $8,940. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 52,360 workers were employed as Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitterss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $54,030 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-2041