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Sheet Metal Worker Salary in Metairie, Louisiana

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$54,760/ year

Median Sheet Metal Worker in Metairie, LA

$32,800
10th
$40,000
25th
$54,760
Median
$72,000
75th
$87,840
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$54,760
Total compensation (est.)
$62,974
Bonus range
$2,000 – $8,640
Mean salary
$58,046

How This Compares

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Metairie, LA median
$54,760
Louisiana median
$55,855-2.0%
National median
$54,760

Cost of living in Metairie is 0% below the national average. Salary of $54,760 here is equivalent to $54,760 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$39,427-28.0%
3-5 years
$49,832-9.0%
6-10 years
$61,331+12.0%
10+ years
$75,569+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$48,189-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$54,760
Enterprise (5,000+)
$64,617+18.0%

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Sheet Metal Worker Salaries in Nearby Cities

New Orleans, LA$54,760/yr
Baton Rouge, LA$54,760/yr
Shreveport, LA$54,760/yr
Lafayette, LA$54,760/yr

Related Jobs in Metairie

Electrician$61,590/yr
Plumber$61,550/yr
HVAC Technician$57,300/yr
Carpenter$56,590/yr
Welder$47,010/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$26/hr
Monthly gross$4,563/mo
25th percentile$40,000/yr
75th percentile$72,000/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Louisiana Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.2%-0.10

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Sheet Metal Worker salary in Metairie?

The median Sheet Metal Worker salary in Metairie is $54,760 per year, with a range from $40,000 at the 25th percentile to $72,000 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Sheet Metal Worker pay in Metairie compare to the national average?

Sheet Metal Worker salaries in Metairie are 0% above the national median of $54,760. After adjusting for Metairie's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $54,760 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Sheet Metal Worker salaries in Metairie?

In Metairie, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Sheet Metal Worker roles start around $32,800, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $87,840 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Metairie a good place for Sheet Metal Worker jobs?

Metairie offers a Sheet Metal Worker median of $54,760, which is 0% above the US median of $54,760. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Metairie is 0% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Sheet Metal Worker salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Sheet Metal Worker in Metairie is $72,000, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.