Tool and Die Makers Salary (2025)
Based on 56,930 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $44,680 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $51,490 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $64,050 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $78,770 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $92,680 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$45K
25th
$51K
Median
$64K
75th
$79K
90th
$93K
Highest Paying States for Tool and Die Makers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $97,090 |
| Kansas | $75,960 |
| Vermont | $75,780 |
| Connecticut | $75,520 |
| California | $75,120 |
| New Jersey | $73,770 |
| Oregon | $73,660 |
| Maine | $73,240 |
| New Hampshire | $72,570 |
| North Dakota | $72,320 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Tool and Die Makers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $97,090 per year, while North Dakota has an average of $72,320 — a difference of $24,770. 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 Tool and Die Makers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 56,930 workers were employed as Tool and Die Makerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $66,860 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-4111