Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic Salary (2025)
Based on 1,470 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,460 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,070 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,000 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $69,960 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $82,590 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$42K
25th
$49K
Median
$58K
75th
$70K
90th
$83K
Highest Paying States for Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Ohio | $76,100 |
| Minnesota | $69,410 |
| Iowa | $66,650 |
| Massachusetts | $65,900 |
| Washington | $61,410 |
| Wisconsin | $58,660 |
| Pennsylvania | $58,390 |
| Michigan | $57,970 |
| Alabama | $57,590 |
| Indiana | $57,210 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Ohio at an average of $76,100 per year, while Indiana has an average of $57,210 — a difference of $18,890. 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 Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,470 workers were employed as Patternmakers, Metal and Plastics in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $60,610 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-4062