SOC 51-6092 · May 2025 · United States
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers across the United States is $62,750 per year, measured over 2,950 jobs. The highest state median is in New York, at $101,230.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
Pay for this occupation varies by 199.6% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. New York pays $101,230 and Florida pays $33,790.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $101,230 | 670 | |
| 2 | California | $89,010 | 930 | |
| 3 | Pennsylvania | $65,900 | 40 | |
| 4 | Indiana | $59,400 | 50 | |
| 5 | Missouri | $56,490 | 50 | |
| 6 | Oregon | $55,740 | 30 | |
| 7 | Ohio | $49,220 | 30 | |
| 8 | North Carolina | $48,180 | 270 | |
| 9 | Massachusetts | $47,680 | — | |
| 10 | Virginia | $45,390 | 40 |
States with the most Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 930 | $89,010 | |
| 2 | New York | 670 | $101,230 | |
| 3 | Florida | 380 | $33,790 | |
| 4 | North Carolina | 270 | $48,180 | |
| 5 | Texas | 70 | $34,930 | |
| 6 | Indiana | 50 | $59,400 | |
| 7 | Missouri | 50 | $56,490 | |
| 8 | Pennsylvania | 40 | $65,900 | |
| 9 | Virginia | 40 | $45,390 | |
| 10 | Mississippi | 30 | $41,060 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $101,250 | 630 |
| 2 | Los Angeles | $89,010 | 830 |
| 3 | San Diego | $85,490 | 40 |
| 4 | Boston | $55,540 | 30 |
| 5 | Hickory | $48,380 | 150 |
| 6 | Greensboro | $40,090 | 70 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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