SOC 519197
Tire Builders
Operate machines to build tires.
National Median
$55,580
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$55,580
Entry Level (10th pct)
$39,990
Experienced (90th pct)
$70,250
Total Employed
20,970
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 | $39,990 - $48,740 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $48,740 - $65,410 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $65,410 - $70,250 |
Highest Paying Locations for Tire Builders
Tire Builders Salary by Location
Compare salaries across 25 metropolitan areas
| Metropolitan Area | Median Salary | Employed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | $66,710 | 1,870 | |
| Virginia | $66,530 | 590 | |
| North Carolina | $62,360 | 3,490 | |
| Arizona | $57,380 | N/A | |
| Iowa | $55,110 | 770 | |
| Ohio | $54,600 | 790 | |
| Mississippi | $51,390 | 810 | |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $51,390 | 640 | |
| Central North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $49,840 | 560 | |
| Indiana | $48,740 | 940 | |
| Oregon | $47,200 | 90 | |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $46,320 | 730 | |
| Connecticut | $46,310 | 130 | |
| Georgia | $45,460 | 1,040 | |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $45,150 | 190 | |
| Kentucky | $45,150 | 320 | |
| Florida | $44,010 | 230 | |
| Pennsylvania | $43,810 | 330 | |
| Tennessee | $43,110 | 250 | |
| Maryland | $42,740 | 80 | |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $40,260 | 30 | |
| Michigan | $39,500 | 110 | |
| California | $39,400 | 360 | |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI | $38,190 | 30 | |
| Missouri | $35,390 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Tire Builders?
The national median annual salary for Tire Builders is $55,580, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Tire Builderss earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Tire Builderss is Oklahoma, with a median salary of $66,710.
How much can an experienced Tire Builders make?
Top-earning Tire Builderss (90th percentile) make $70,250 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.