Sheet Metal Worker Salary in Washington, DC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$65,059
Hourly Rate
$31.28
/hour
Jobs in Area
175
employed
Sheet Metal Worker Salary Range in Washington, DC
Annual Salary Range
$43k
10th percentile
$52k
25th
$78k
75th
$94k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $42,951 | $20.65 |
| 25th Percentile | $52,310 | $25.15 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $65,059 | $31.28 |
| 75th Percentile | $78,322 | $37.65 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $93,883 | $45.14 |
| Average (Mean) | $68,989 | $33.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Sheet Metal Worker salary in Washington, DC is $65,059 per year or $31.28 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 Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Washington, DC Compares
vs National Average
$56,810
vs District of Columbia Average
$54,872
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$46,438
Cost of living in Washington, DC is 40.1% above the national average.
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