Sheet Metal Workers Salary in Illinois
Sheet Metal Workers in Illinois earn a median of $86,630 a year, +40% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $86,630
- vs. U.S. median
- +40% ($61,800)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,260
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,220; the top 10% earn over $117,910. Nationally the range is $38,630 to $105,650.
States ranked near Illinois
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- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$99,950 median in Illinois
- Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers$39,730 median in Illinois
- Riggers$81,860 median in Illinois
- Pipelayers$49,590 median in Illinois
- Helpers--Electricians$43,290 median in Illinois
- Rail Car Repairers$84,570 median in Illinois
Sheet Metal Workers pay in Illinois
How much do sheet metal workers make in Illinois?
The median is $86,630 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,220 and the top 10% earn over $117,910. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for sheet metal workers?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 50 (+40% vs. the national median of $61,800). Living costs are not included.