How much does an explosives worker make in Alabama?
$59,820a year
Median yearly pay for explosives workers in Alabama. That is $28.76 an hour or $4,985 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.76
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,700Median: $59,820Highest 10%: $87,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,700 | $24.86 | |
| 25th | $57,480 | $27.63 | |
| Median | $59,820 | $28.76 | |
| 75th | $68,350 | $32.86 | |
| 90th | $87,560 | $42.10 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anniston, AL | $62,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for explosives workers.
| 16. Illinois | $60,520 |
| 17. Nevada | $60,500 |
| 18. Idaho | $60,360 |
| 19. Alabama | $59,820 |
| 20. Maryland | $59,720 |
| 21. Indiana | $59,110 |
| 22. South Dakota | $56,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an explosives worker make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $28.76 ($59,820 a year).
Do explosives workers make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $59,820 against $61,390 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Alabama rank for explosives worker pay?
Alabama ranks 19 of 32 states.
Which city in Alabama pays explosives workers the most?
Anniston-Oxford, AL, with a median of $62,070 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.