Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers Salary (2025)
Based on 2,950 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,790 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $42,620 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $62,750 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $93,930 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $123,540 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$43K
Median
$63K
75th
$94K
90th
$124K
Highest Paying States for Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $102,040 |
| California | $84,560 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,230 |
| Indiana | $61,640 |
| Ohio | $59,160 |
| Oregon | $57,290 |
| Massachusetts | $55,440 |
| Missouri | $55,020 |
| Virginia | $49,860 |
| North Carolina | $49,140 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $102,040 per year, while North Carolina has an average of $49,140 — a difference of $52,900. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2,950 workers were employed as Fabric and Apparel Patternmakerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $71,420 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-6092