How much does a sheet metal worker make in New Jersey?
$92,840a year
Median yearly pay for sheet metal workers in New Jersey. That is $44.63 an hour or $7,737 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.63
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,290Median: $92,840Highest 10%: $130,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,290 | $22.25 | |
| 25th | $58,390 | $28.07 | |
| Median | $92,840 | $44.63 | |
| 75th | $119,900 | $57.63 | |
| 90th | $130,600 | $62.80 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlantic City, NJ | $100,500 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $77,140 |
| New York, NY | $76,730 |
| Allentown, PA | $65,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sheet metal workers.
| 1. Washington | $98,550 |
| 2. Hawaii | $96,350 |
| 3. Alaska | $94,600 |
| 4. New Jersey | $92,840 |
| 5. Illinois | $86,630 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $82,100 |
| 7. Connecticut | $78,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sheet metal worker make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $44.63 ($92,840 a year).
Do sheet metal workers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $92,840 against $61,800 nationally, 50% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for sheet metal worker pay?
New Jersey ranks 4 of 50 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays sheet metal workers the most?
Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ, with a median of $100,500 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.