How much does a structural metal fabricator and fitter make in Salem?
$62,090a year
Median yearly pay for structural metal fabricator and fitters in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $29.85 an hour or $5,174 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.85
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 168
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,440Median: $62,090Highest 10%: $77,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,440 | $22.33 | |
| 25th | $60,940 | $29.30 | |
| Median | $62,090 | $29.85 | |
| 75th | $73,260 | $35.22 | |
| 90th | $77,490 | $37.25 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for structural metal fabricator and fitters.
| Albany, OR | $65,420 |
| Portland, OR | $64,230 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $65,270 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $62,220 |
| Crushing | $59,290 |
| Machinist | $58,930 |
| Welder | $57,180 |
| Separating | $55,100 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $53,920 |
| Molder | $52,220 |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setter | $51,540 |
| Cutting | $50,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a structural metal fabricator and fitter make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $29.85 ($62,090 a year).
Do structural metal fabricator and fitters make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $62,090 against $51,330 nationally, 21% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $62,220, so Salem pays 0% more.
Where does Salem rank for structural metal fabricator and fitter pay?
17 of 168 metro areas with data.
How much does a structural metal fabricator and fitter make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,440 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,490 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.