Foundry Mold and Coremakers Salary (2025)
Based on 12,790 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,160 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $41,870 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $48,110 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $57,350 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $62,640 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$37K
25th
$42K
Median
$48K
75th
$57K
90th
$63K
Highest Paying States for Foundry Mold and Coremakers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Oregon | $62,510 |
| Minnesota | $60,950 |
| Missouri | $60,410 |
| Massachusetts | $59,070 |
| Connecticut | $56,470 |
| New Jersey | $55,030 |
| New York | $54,760 |
| Illinois | $54,530 |
| Virginia | $52,600 |
| Ohio | $51,240 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Foundry Mold and Coremakers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Oregon at an average of $62,510 per year, while Ohio has an average of $51,240 — a difference of $11,270. 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 Foundry Mold and Coremakers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,790 workers were employed as Foundry Mold and Coremakerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $49,860 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-4071