What are the main factors that influence a Pattern Maker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Pattern Maker's salary?

A Pattern Maker's salary grows with experience: a Tool and Die Maker I (0-1 years)earns $50,355, a Tool and Die Maker II (1-3 years)earns $65,148, a Pattern Maker (3-5 years)earns $73,032, a Tool and Die Maker IV (5-7 years)earns $81,551, a Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor I (7+ years)earns $86,044,

What are the highest paying states for a Pattern Maker?

Pattern Maker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pattern Maker roles are District of Columbia $80,252, California $79,947, Massachusetts $78,882. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pattern Maker roles make?

Salaries for Pattern Maker level roles vary by specialization: Surface Pattern Designer: $69,428; Assistant Pattern Maker: $61,650; Pattern Designer: $61,290; Cabinet Maker: $60,277; Mold Maker: $53,295.

Pattern Maker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pattern Maker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pattern Maker in Delaware is $73,402 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,027
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,954 to $78,440
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,173

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Pattern Maker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,440	$6,537	$1,508	$38
Average	$73,402	$6,117	$1,412	$35
25th Percentile	$65,954	$5,496	$1,268	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Pattern Maker Salaries

A Pattern Maker'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 Pattern Maker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pattern Maker'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): $50,355
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,148
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,032
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,551
Expert (over 8 years): $86,044

Levels	Salary
Tool and ... Level Pattern Maker	$50,355
Tool and ... Level Pattern Maker	$65,148
Pattern M... Level Pattern Maker	$73,032
Tool and ... Level Pattern Maker	$81,551
Tool, Die... Level Pattern Maker	$86,044

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How Do Pattern Maker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pattern Makers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,252.
California: $79,947.
Massachusetts: $78,882.

District of Columbia $80,252 California $79,947 Massachusetts $78,882 Washington $78,592 New Jersey $78,563 Alaska $78,461 Connecticut $77,461 New York $77,055

Hawaii $75,758 Rhode Island $75,149 Maryland $74,736 Minnesota $74,170 Colorado $73,953 Illinois $73,880 Oregon $73,605 Delaware $73,402

New Hampshire $73,274 Virginia $72,989 Pennsylvania $72,155 Nevada $71,735 North Dakota $71,597 Michigan $71,380 Wisconsin $71,300 Vermont $71,141

Texas $70,698 Maine $70,669 Arizona $70,626 Ohio $70,575 Georgia $69,908 Indiana $69,575 Wyoming $69,510 Utah $69,408

Iowa $69,365 Kansas $69,017 Louisiana $68,915 North Carolina $68,879 Missouri $68,865 Florida $68,582 Montana $68,430 Nebraska $68,285

Kentucky $68,205 South Carolina $67,915 Tennessee $67,734 Idaho $67,661 New Mexico $67,132 Oklahoma $67,016 Alabama $66,589 South Dakota $65,871

Arkansas $65,480 West Virginia $65,270 Mississippi $64,639

Top Paying Cities for Pattern Makers

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:

Lincoln: $73,071
Little Creek: $73,606
Magnolia: $73,501

Lincoln, DE $73,071 Little Creek, DE $73,606 Magnolia, DE $73,501 Milford, DE $73,257 Marydel, DE $73,377 Millsboro, DE $72,765 Millville, DE $72,877 Milton, DE $73,003

Nassau, DE $73,056 Ocean View, DE $72,865 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,005 Seaford, DE $73,046 Selbyville, DE $72,744 Smyrna, DE $73,657 Viola, DE $73,318 Woodside, DE $73,515

Bear, DE $73,345 Newark, DE $73,318 Claymont, DE $73,468 Delaware City, DE $73,391 Hockessin, DE $73,311 Kirkwood, DE $73,377 Middletown, DE $73,406 Montchanin, DE $73,328

New Castle, DE $73,339 Odessa, DE $73,442 Port Penn, DE $73,491 Rockland, DE $73,335 Saint Georges, DE $73,382 Townsend, DE $73,496 Winterthur, DE $73,344 Lewes, DE $73,032

Wilmington, DE $73,315 Dover, DE $73,606 Dover Afb, DE $73,219 Bethany Beach, DE $72,788 Bethel, DE $72,863 Bridgeville, DE $73,035 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,399 Cheswold, DE $73,582

Clayton, DE $73,585 Dagsboro, DE $72,737 Delmar, DE $72,621 Ellendale, DE $72,841 Felton, DE $73,251 Fenwick Island, DE $72,753 Frankford, DE $72,626 Frederica, DE $73,324

Georgetown, DE $72,710 Greenwood, DE $73,047 Harbeson, DE $72,787 Harrington, DE $73,158 Hartly, DE $73,386 Houston, DE $73,054 Kenton, DE $73,588 Laurel, DE $72,666

Yorklyn, DE $73,333

Pattern Maker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pattern Maker'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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$65,954

Average $73,402/year

$78,440

$5,496

Average $6,117/month

$6,537

$1,268

Average $1,412/week

$1,508

$32

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,440	$6,537	$1,508	$38
Average	$73,402	$6,117	$1,412	$35
25th Percentile	$65,954	$5,496	$1,268	$32

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