Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters Salary in Arizona
The median pay for a structural metal fabricators and fitters in Arizona is $46,590/year ($22.4/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $38K at the entry level to $60K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arizona. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $47K get you in Arizona?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arizona
Entry-level structural metal fabricators and fitters (10th percentile) start around $38K. Mid-career wages sit at $47K. Top earners bring in $60K or more, a $22K spread from bottom to top.
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters salary by metro in Arizona
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $47K | +0% | N/A |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $44K | -5% | N/A |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do structural metal fabricators and fitters make in Arizona?
The median is $46,590 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $38,150, and experienced structural metal fabricators and fitters can clear $60,210. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $47K enough to live in Arizona?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,192/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,437/month, which eats 45% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a structural metal fabricators and fitters salary go in Arizona?
Arizona has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median structural metal fabricators and fitters salary is worth about $48,325 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do structural metal fabricators and fitters get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.