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Maryland sheet metal worker prevailing wage, county by county
A sheet metal worker's prevailing wage on Maryland public works runs from $59.06 an hour in Allegany County to $75.53 in Anne Arundel County. The median county is $75.53.
Sheet Metal Worker rate in each Maryland county, A to Z
| County | Base wage | Fringe benefits | Total rate | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Allegany CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $34.37 | $24.69 | $59.06 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-001 |
Anne Arundel CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-003 |
Baltimore CitySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-510 |
Baltimore CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) · Baltimore County group | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-005 |
Calvert CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-009 |
Caroline CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-011 |
Carroll CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-013 |
Cecil CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-015 |
Charles CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-017 |
Dorchester CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-019 |
Frederick CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) · Montgomery County group | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-021 |
Garrett CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $35.37 | $24.69 | $60.06 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-023 |
Harford CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-025 |
Howard CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) · Baltimore County group | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-027 |
Kent CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-029 |
Montgomery CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) · Montgomery County group | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-031 |
Prince George's CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-033 |
Queen Anne's CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-035 |
Somerset CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-039 |
St. Mary's CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-037 |
Talbot CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-041 |
Washington CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $37.37 | $24.69 | $62.06 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-043 |
Wicomico CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-045 |
Worcester CountySHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $24.61 | $75.53 | MD-INFO-2026-10-25-B-047 |
Main sheet metal worker classification in each county (Sheetmetal worker (including metal roofing)), Maryland informational rates as printed October 25, 2026. A determination applies to a project advertised before it expires, and mid-year changes apply only to newly issued determinations (SFP 17-209; DOL FAQ #47). Checked October 25, 2026.
How much does a sheet metal worker make on prevailing wage in Maryland?
$59.06 to $75.53 an hour depending on the county; the median county pays $75.53. 2 groups of counties with identical rates and 20 with rates of their own, highest main rate first.
- Baltimore County group2 counties$75.53
- Montgomery County group2 counties$75.53
- Anne Arundel County1 county$75.53
- Baltimore City1 county$75.53
- Calvert County1 county$75.53
- Caroline County1 county$75.53
- Carroll County1 county$75.53
- Cecil County1 county$75.53
- Charles County1 county$75.53
- Dorchester County1 county$75.53
- Harford County1 county$75.53
- Kent County1 county$75.53
- Prince George's County1 county$75.53
- Queen Anne's County1 county$75.53
- Somerset County1 county$75.53
- St. Mary's County1 county$75.53
- Talbot County1 county$75.53
- Wicomico County1 county$75.53
- Worcester County1 county$75.53
- Washington County1 county$62.06
- Garrett County1 county$60.06
- Allegany County1 county$59.06
Which counties share a rate
| Counties and Baltimore City | Main classification | Base wage | Total rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore County group, 2 localities: Baltimore, Howard | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Montgomery County group, 2 localities: Frederick, Montgomery | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Anne Arundel County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Baltimore City | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Calvert County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Caroline County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Carroll County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Cecil County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Charles County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Dorchester County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Harford County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Kent County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Prince George's County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Queen Anne's County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Somerset County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| St. Mary's County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Talbot County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Wicomico County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Worcester County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $50.92 | $75.53 |
| Washington County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $37.37 | $62.06 |
| Garrett County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $35.37 | $60.06 |
| Allegany County | SHEETMETAL WORKER (INCLUDING METAL ROOFING) | $34.37 | $59.06 |
2 groups of counties with identical DOL rates, and 20 counties with rates of their own.
Maryland's informational rates are journeyworker rates. A registered apprentice may be paid the percentage of the mechanic rate set by the Apprenticeship and Training Council (SFP 17-208(e)); an unregistered 'apprentice' must be paid the full rate.
Questions about Maryland sheet metal worker pay
What is the sheet metal worker prevailing wage in Montgomery County?
$75.53 an hour: a $50.92 base wage plus $24.61 in fringe benefits, under Maryland informational rates as printed October 25, 2026. Overtime and every sheet metal worker classification in Montgomery County.
Does sheet metal worker prevailing wage include fringe benefits?
Yes. In Montgomery County the $75.53 total is a $50.92 base wage plus $24.61 in fringe benefits, about 33% of the total. The employer owes the full amount for every hour worked.
Does sheet metal worker prevailing wage pay overtime in Maryland?
Maryland overtime is at least 1½ times the straight-time rate for hours over 10 in a calendar day, over 40 in a workweek, and on Sundays and legal holidays. There is no Saturday premium (SFP 17-214(b); 17-208(b)(2)).
Do apprentice sheet metal workers get this rate?
Maryland's informational rates are journeyworker rates. A registered apprentice may be paid the percentage of the mechanic rate set by the Apprenticeship and Training Council (SFP 17-208(e)); an unregistered 'apprentice' must be paid the full rate.
Why do some counties have the same sheet metal worker rate?
DOL often publishes the same sheet metal worker rates for several counties. Across Maryland, the 24 counties with a sheet metal worker rate fall into 22 distinct sets of rates, and 2 of those sets are shared by more than one county; the largest covers 2 counties (the Baltimore County group).