Sheet Metal Workers Salary in California
Sheet Metal Workers in California earn a median of $76,590 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,590
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($61,800)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 8,390
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,410; the top 10% earn over $132,190. Nationally the range is $38,630 to $105,650.
States ranked near California
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- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$72,830 median in California
- Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers$44,670 median in California
- Riggers$85,730 median in California
- Pipelayers$76,180 median in California
- Helpers--Electricians$52,080 median in California
- Rail Car Repairers$68,370 median in California
Sheet Metal Workers pay in California
How much do sheet metal workers make in California?
The median is $76,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,410 and the top 10% earn over $132,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for sheet metal workers?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 50 (+24% vs. the national median of $61,800). Living costs are not included.