Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

Occupation

$45,690
National Median Salary
$21.97
Median Hourly Wage
34,750
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$34,950
$38,500
$45,690
$51,340
$61,050

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+53.2%
10 Year Change
$29,820
2014 Median
$45,690
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

Industry Annual Median Employment
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation) $65,980 50
Dairy Product Manufacturing $58,150 110
Food Manufacturing $54,660 230
Beverage Manufacturing $54,560 40
Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing $54,560 40

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Top Paying States for Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

State Annual Median Employment
Hawaii $74,780 40
Maryland $51,470 150
New Hampshire $50,690 90
New York $50,470 1,350
Connecticut $50,350 160

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