As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Mold Maker in the US is $53,308, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,025 weekly, or $4,442 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Mold Maker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Mold Maker in the US vary widely, spanning from $43,265 to $64,040. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,051) and 75th percentile ($58,925), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,040 per year. This $10,874 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Repairing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Mold Maker often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 74 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Mold Maker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mold Maker Salary $43,265 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Mold Maker Salary $48,051 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Mold Maker Salary $53,308 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Mold Maker Salary $58,925 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Mold Maker Salary $64,040 US August 01, 2026
25% $48,051 10% $43,265 90% $64,040 75% $58,925 $53,308 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Mold Maker ?

A moldmaker (mouldmaker in British English) or molder is a skilled tradesperson who fabricates moulds for use in casting metal products. Moldmakers are generally employed in foundries, where molds are used to cast products from metals such as aluminium and cast iron....

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