SOC 51-9195 · May 2025 · United States
Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic across the United States is $46,170 per year, measured over 33,190 jobs. The highest state median is in Montana, at $57,860.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic
Pay for this occupation varies by 62.4% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Montana pays $57,860 and Arkansas pays $35,620.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montana | $57,860 | 150 | |
| 2 | Hawaii | $55,990 | 40 | |
| 3 | Oregon | $52,740 | 410 | |
| 4 | Connecticut | $52,520 | 170 | |
| 5 | Washington | $51,780 | 1,130 | |
| 6 | New Hampshire | $51,470 | 160 | |
| 7 | Massachusetts | $50,550 | 1,200 | |
| 8 | Maryland | $50,360 | 110 | |
| 9 | Colorado | $49,530 | 390 | |
| 10 | California | $49,190 | 3,590 |
States with the most Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 3,590 | $49,190 | |
| 2 | Texas | 2,550 | $40,010 | |
| 3 | Florida | 2,410 | $45,030 | |
| 4 | Pennsylvania | 1,690 | $45,310 | |
| 5 | Ohio | 1,560 | $44,560 | |
| 6 | Indiana | 1,520 | $46,400 | |
| 7 | Michigan | 1,470 | $45,250 | |
| 8 | Illinois | 1,230 | $47,180 | |
| 9 | Massachusetts | 1,200 | $50,550 | |
| 10 | New York | 1,150 | $45,940 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vineland | $68,490 | 150 |
| 2 | Bozeman | $61,010 | 50 |
| 3 | San Jose | $60,130 | 130 |
| 4 | Modesto | $59,990 | 70 |
| 5 | New Orleans | $59,320 | 40 |
| 6 | Colorado Springs | $58,570 | 40 |
| 7 | San Francisco | $57,300 | 400 |
| 8 | Seattle | $56,770 | 660 |
| 9 | Santa Rosa | $56,320 | 80 |
| 10 | Spokane | $56,110 | 100 |
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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