How much does a Fitters make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fitters in the United States is $46,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Fitters's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,098
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,598 to $52,487
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,206

Key Factors That Influence Fitters Salaries

A Fitters's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Fitters Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fitters's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,794
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $43,944
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,040
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,923
  • Expert (over 8 years): $47,180
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Fitters less than 1 year $43,794
Early Career Level Fitters 1-2 years $43,944
Mid-Level Level Fitters 2-4 years $45,040
Senior-Level Level Fitters 5-8 years $46,923
Expert Level Fitters over 8 years $47,180

Top Paying Cities for Fitters

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $58,428
  • San Francisco: $57,788
  • Oakland: $56,571

Fitters Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Fitters roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Fitters positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Fitters as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Fitters

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services $55,589 $27.0 20%

How Education impacts a Fitters's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Fitters professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Fitters with a high school is between $37,534 and $39,388.

Fitters Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Fitters
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 66.7%
High School 66.7%
Associate's Degree 0%
Bachelor's Degree 33.3%
Master's Degree or MBA 0%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Fitters Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fitters's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$42,598
Average $46,324/year
$52,487
$3,550
Average $3,860/month
$4,374
$819
Average $891/week
$1,009
$20
Average $22/hour
$25
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $52,487 $4,374 $1,009 $25
Average $46,324 $3,860 $891 $22
25th Percentile $42,598 $3,550 $819 $20

Most common benefits for Fitters

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Fitters

Here are companies hiring for Fitters and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Fitters Job

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FAQ about Fitters

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Fitters?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Fitters roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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