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Ironworker Wages in Nova Scotia
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$36.71
Low (10th pct)
$24.72
High (90th pct)
$47.35
Vs. national
15% below
Wage trend
The median wage for ironworkers in Nova Scotia rose from $33.91 in 2017 to $36.71 in 2025 — 8% 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 Nova Scotia
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Shore | $22.34 | $37.18 | $45.00 |
| Annapolis Valley | $27.32 | $36.71 | $43.72 |
| Halifax | $25.63 | $36.60 | $47.74 |
| Cape Breton | $23.00 | $35.84 | $49.18 |
Other trades in Nova Scotia
- 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.