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Sample Builder Salary in the United States

How much does a Sample Builder make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sample Builder in the United States is $49,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Sample Builder's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,781
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,400 to $55,500
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,664
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Sample Builder Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $55,500 $4,625 $1,067 $27
Average $49,700 $4,142 $956 $24
25th Percentile $43,400 $3,617 $835 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Sample Builder Salaries

A Sample Builder's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Sample Builder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sample Builder's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $47,631
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $48,760
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,172
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $52,557
  • Expert (over 8 years): $52,730
Levels Salary
Entry Level Sample Builder$47,631
Intermediate Level Sample Builder$48,760
Senior Level Sample Builder$51,172
Specialist Level Sample Builder$52,557
Expert Level Sample Builder$52,730
$47,631 0 yr
$48,760 < 2 yrs
$51,172 2-4 yrs
$52,557 5-8 yrs
$52,730 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Sample Builders

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $62,600
  • San Francisco: $62,000
  • Oakland: $60,600

What Skills Can Increase a Sample Builder's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Attention to Detail (Mentioned in 5.74% Job Postings): Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
  • Adobe Illustrator (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Adobe Illustrator is a vector graphics editor and design program developed and marketed by Adobe Inc. Graphic designers use Illustrator to create vector graphics. You can produce logos, detailed illustrations, web page designs and many more.
  • Manufacturing Industry (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Applying the knowledge of MFG industry's concept, techniques, regulations and trends to diverse situations.
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Attention to Detail 5.74%
Adobe Illustrator 1.64%
Manufacturing Industry 1.64%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Sample Builder's salary.
  • Design Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 32%.
  • Purchasing: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
  • Adobe Illustrator: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Design Engineering
 $65,604
32%
Purchasing
 $62,125
25%
Adobe Illustrator
 $60,634
22%
Collaboration
 $59,640
20%
Product Development
 $58,646
18%
Adaptability
 $58,149
17%
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Sample Builder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sample Builder's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$43,400
Average $49,700/year
$55,500
$3,617
Average $4,142/month
$4,625
$835
Average $956/week
$1,067
$21
Average $24/hour
$27
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $55,500 $4,625 $1,067 $27
Average $49,700 $4,142 $956 $24
25th Percentile $43,400 $3,617 $835 $21

Sample Builder Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Sample Builder, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Sample Builder Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Manager of Apparel $128,700 159%
Sample Builder, Sr. $63,900 29%

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Salary Trends for Sample Builder

Salaries for a Sample Builder can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,126 in 2023 to around $54,422 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Sample Builder salary trends, .

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