What are the main factors that influence a Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s salary?

A Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s salary grows with experience: starting around $57,716 for beginners, reaching about $59,713 at mid-level, and approach $60,967 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Structural Ironworker, Sr.?

Structural Ironworker, Sr. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Structural Ironworker, Sr. roles are District of Columbia $64,869, California $64,623, Massachusetts $63,761. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Structural Ironworker, Sr. roles make?

Salaries for Structural Ironworker, Sr. level roles vary by specialization: Ironworker Foreman: $89,010; Structural Assembler, Sr.: $63,815; Reinforcing Ironworker, Sr.: $56,000; Resteel Ironworker, Sr.: $55,954; Journeyman Ironworker: $55,066.

Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salary in Delaware

How much does a Structural Ironworker, Sr. make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Structural Ironworker, Sr. in Delaware is $59,467 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,914
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,215 to $62,842
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,434

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Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,842	$5,237	$1,208	$30
Average	$59,467	$4,956	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$54,215	$4,518	$1,043	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salaries

A Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,716
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,113
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,713
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,716
Expert (over 8 years): $60,967

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$57,716
Intermediate Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$58,113
Senior Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$59,713
Specialist Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$60,716
Expert Level Structural Ironworker, Sr.	$60,967

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How Do Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Structural Ironworker, Sr.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,869.
California: $64,623.
Massachusetts: $63,761.

District of Columbia $64,869 California $64,623 Massachusetts $63,761 Washington $63,527 New Jersey $63,504 Alaska $63,422 Connecticut $62,613 New York $62,285

Hawaii $61,236 Rhode Island $60,744 Maryland $60,410 Minnesota $59,953 Colorado $59,777 Illinois $59,719 Oregon $59,496 Delaware $59,332

New Hampshire $59,229 Virginia $58,998 Pennsylvania $58,324 Nevada $57,985 North Dakota $57,873 Michigan $57,697 Wisconsin $57,633 Vermont $57,504

Texas $57,147 Maine $57,123 Arizona $57,088 Ohio $57,047 Georgia $56,508 Indiana $56,239 Wyoming $56,186 Utah $56,104

Iowa $56,069 Kansas $55,787 Louisiana $55,705 North Carolina $55,676 Missouri $55,664 Florida $55,436 Montana $55,313 Nebraska $55,196

Kentucky $55,131 South Carolina $54,897 Tennessee $54,750 Idaho $54,692 New Mexico $54,264 Oklahoma $54,170 Alabama $53,825 South Dakota $53,245

Arkansas $52,928 West Virginia $52,758 Mississippi $52,249

Top Paying Cities for Structural Ironworker, Sr.s

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $61,406
Little Creek: $60,838
Magnolia: $61,090

Lincoln, DE $61,406 Little Creek, DE $60,838 Magnolia, DE $61,090 Milford, DE $61,406 Marydel, DE $60,609 Millsboro, DE $61,406 Millville, DE $61,816 Milton, DE $61,406

Nassau, DE $61,406 Ocean View, DE $61,816 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,816 Seaford, DE $60,762 Selbyville, DE $61,816 Smyrna, DE $60,539 Viola, DE $61,090 Woodside, DE $60,914

Bear, DE $60,094 Newark, DE $60,117 Claymont, DE $60,164 Delaware City, DE $60,117 Hockessin, DE $60,164 Kirkwood, DE $60,117 Middletown, DE $60,416 Montchanin, DE $60,164

New Castle, DE $60,164 Odessa, DE $60,498 Port Penn, DE $59,953 Rockland, DE $60,164 Saint Georges, DE $60,117 Townsend, DE $60,410 Winterthur, DE $60,164 Lewes, DE $61,406

Wilmington, DE $60,164 Dover, DE $60,808 Dover Afb, DE $60,949 Bethany Beach, DE $61,816 Bethel, DE $60,762 Bridgeville, DE $61,406 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,873 Cheswold, DE $60,668

Clayton, DE $60,516 Dagsboro, DE $61,816 Delmar, DE $60,762 Ellendale, DE $61,406 Felton, DE $61,406 Fenwick Island, DE $61,816 Frankford, DE $61,816 Frederica, DE $61,406

Georgetown, DE $61,406 Greenwood, DE $61,406 Harbeson, DE $61,406 Harrington, DE $61,406 Hartly, DE $60,486 Houston, DE $61,406 Kenton, DE $60,516 Laurel, DE $60,762

Yorklyn, DE $60,164

Structural Ironworker, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Structural Ironworker, Sr.'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$54,215

Average $59,467/year

$62,842

$4,518

Average $4,956/month

$5,237

$1,043

Average $1,144/week

$1,208

$26

Average $29/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,842	$5,237	$1,208	$30
Average	$59,467	$4,956	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$54,215	$4,518	$1,043	$26

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