Model Makers and Patternmakers, Wood Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for model makers and patternmakers, woods 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 $59,450 ≈ $29/hr
National median salary $51,110
Total employment 500 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, wood make in the U.S.?
The median model makers and patternmakers, wood salary in the United States is $51,110 per year (mean $59,450), and about 80% earn between $35,900 and $94,430.
How much do model makers and patternmakers, wood make per hour?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $59,450 and 2,080 work hours per year.