Model Makers and Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for model makers and patternmakers, metal and plastics across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $65,710 ≈ $32/hr
National median salary $60,940
Total employment 4,080 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do model makers and patternmakers, metal and plastic make in the U.S.?
The median model makers and patternmakers, metal and plastic salary in the United States is $60,940 per year (mean $65,710), and about 80% earn between $40,040 and $97,750.
How much do model makers and patternmakers, metal and plastic make per hour?
Roughly $32 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,710 and 2,080 work hours per year.