SOC 514192
Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic
Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes, structural shapes, castings, or machine parts, for further processing. Includes shipfitters.
National Median
$61,870
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$61,870
Entry Level (10th pct)
$40,430
Experienced (90th pct)
$93,230
Total Employed
5,610
Salary Distribution
Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)
Salary by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry Level0-2 years experience | $40,430 - $51,810 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $51,810 - $76,980 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $76,980 - $93,230 |
Highest Paying Locations for Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic
Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic Salary by Location
Compare salaries across 27 metropolitan areas
| Metropolitan Area | Median Salary | Employed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $114,720 | 60 | |
| Maryland | $99,750 | N/A | |
| Worcester, MA | $81,530 | 30 | |
| Wichita, KS | $76,980 | 570 | |
| Kansas | $76,730 | 590 | |
| Washington | $75,750 | 490 | |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $73,790 | 120 | |
| Virginia | $72,780 | 790 | |
| California | $71,780 | 310 | |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $71,780 | 100 | |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $67,580 | 570 | |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $65,360 | 40 | |
| Florida | $62,880 | 170 | |
| Massachusetts | $62,870 | 110 | |
| Indiana | $61,270 | 50 | |
| New York | $60,740 | 70 | |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $60,260 | 120 | |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $60,040 | 40 | |
| Pennsylvania | $59,450 | 100 | |
| Wisconsin | $58,890 | 150 | |
| Georgia | $58,390 | 160 | |
| Michigan | $58,200 | 290 | |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $51,360 | 30 | |
| Texas | $49,290 | 170 | |
| Alabama | $48,620 | 140 | |
| Tennessee | $45,500 | 80 | |
| South Carolina | $38,810 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic?
The national median annual salary for Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic is $61,870, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Layout Workers, Metal and Plastics earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Layout Workers, Metal and Plastics is Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median salary of $114,720.
How much can an experienced Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic make?
Top-earning Layout Workers, Metal and Plastics (90th percentile) make $93,230 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.