Sheet Metal Worker Salary in San Diego, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$62,012
Hourly Rate
$29.81
/hour
Jobs in Area
120
employed
Sheet Metal Worker Salary Range in San Diego, CA
Annual Salary Range
$42k
10th percentile
$52k
25th
$76k
75th
$86k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $41,558 | $19.98 |
| 25th Percentile | $51,904 | $24.95 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $62,012 | $29.81 |
| 75th Percentile | $76,394 | $36.73 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $86,490 | $41.58 |
| Average (Mean) | $66,489 | $31.97 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Sheet Metal Worker salary in San Diego, CA is $62,012 per year or $29.81 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How San Diego, CA Compares
vs National Average
$56,810
vs California Average
$56,473
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$43,426
Cost of living in San Diego, CA is 42.8% above the national average.
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