How much does a structural iron and steel worker make in Peoria?
$80,060a year
Median yearly pay for structural iron and steel workers in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $38.49 an hour or $6,672 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.49
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 161
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,470Median: $80,060Highest 10%: $98,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,470 | $30.51 | |
| 25th | $76,310 | $36.69 | |
| Median | $80,060 | $38.49 | |
| 75th | $97,250 | $46.75 | |
| 90th | $98,320 | $47.27 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for structural iron and steel workers.
| Chicago, IL | $102,400 |
| Rockford, IL | $100,300 |
| St. Louis, MO | $81,640 |
| Davenport, IA | $79,090 |
Related jobs in Peoria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trade and Extraction Worker | $98,680 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | $87,120 |
| Operating Engineer and Other Construction Equipment Operator | $86,440 |
| Plumber | $85,090 |
| Electrician | $80,460 |
| Roofer | $76,610 |
| Carpenter | $75,280 |
| Cement Mason and Concrete Finisher | $72,670 |
| Painter | $64,450 |
| Construction Laborer | $62,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a structural iron and steel worker make an hour in Peoria?
The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $38.49 ($80,060 a year).
Do structural iron and steel workers make more in Peoria than the national average?
Yes: $80,060 against $62,780 nationally, 28% more.
How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $101,900, so Peoria pays 21% less.
Where does Peoria rank for structural iron and steel worker pay?
37 of 161 metro areas with data.
How much does a structural iron and steel worker make starting out in Peoria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,470 or less a year; the top 10% make $98,320 or more.
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.