Trades & Labor Alabama (AL) Rank #45 of 50

Sheet Metal Worker Salary in Alabama

The median sheet metal worker salary in Alabama is $48,155 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $55,350.

Median Salary

$48,155

vs National

$-7,195

State Rank

#45 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Sheet Metal Worker Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level sheet metal worker earns around $31,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $71,340 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,320

$-4,680 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$48,720

$-7,280 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$71,340

$-10,660 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$29,580	$34,000	$-4,420
25th Percentile	$36,540	$42,000	$-5,460
Median (50th)	$48,155	$55,350	$-7,195
75th Percentile	$60,900	$70,000	$-9,100
90th Percentile	$74,820	$86,000	$-11,180

Sheet Metal Worker Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for sheet metal workers in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$49,815

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$50,922

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$47,601

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$47,048

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%

Tuscaloosa, AL

$48,708

Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a Sheet Metal Worker in Alabama

Education

Most sheet metal worker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Sheet Metal FabricationHVAC DuctworkWeldingBlueprint ReadingMeasurementSafety

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, sheet metal worker employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.