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Ironworker Wages in Alberta
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$40.60
Low (10th pct)
$27.00
High (90th pct)
$51.00
Vs. national
6% below
Wage trend
The median wage for ironworkers in Alberta rose from $35.00 in 2017 to $40.60 in 2025 — 16% over 8 years, before inflation. The dashed break marks the 2021 reclassification: the two segments are measured on different occupational definitions and are shown separately rather than joined.
By region within Alberta
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edmonton | $28.04 | $42.79 | $51.08 |
| Athabasca--Grande Prairie--Peace River | $28.00 | $40.80 | $53.46 |
| Calgary | $25.50 | $40.00 | $49.09 |
Other trades in Alberta
- Electricians
- Industrial Electricians
- Powerline Technicians
- Plumbers
- Steamfitters and Pipefitters
- Carpenters
- Welders
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Machinists
- Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Concrete Finishers
- Drywall Installers
- Roofers
- Painters and Decorators
- Machining Contractors and Supervisors
- Electrical Contractors and Supervisors
- Carpentry Contractors and Supervisors
- Construction Contractors and Supervisors
- Mechanic Shop Contractors and Supervisors
- Heavy Equipment Crew Supervisors
Official classification: Ironworkers (NOC 72105). Source: Employment Insurance Survey Data.