How much does a foundry mold and coremaker make in California?
$46,930a year
Median yearly pay for foundry mold and coremakers in California. That is $22.56 an hour or $3,911 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.56
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,280Median: $46,930Highest 10%: $61,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,280 | $18.40 | |
| 25th | $41,100 | $19.76 | |
| Median | $46,930 | $22.56 | |
| 75th | $55,370 | $26.62 | |
| 90th | $61,970 | $29.79 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $47,440 |
| Riverside, CA | $46,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foundry mold and coremakers.
| 12. Washington | $48,440 |
| 13. Kansas | $47,910 |
| 14. Connecticut | $47,310 |
| 15. California | $46,930 |
| 16. North Carolina | $46,910 |
| 17. Georgia | $46,220 |
| 18. Michigan | $46,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a foundry mold and coremaker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $22.56 ($46,930 a year).
Do foundry mold and coremakers make more in California than the national average?
No: $46,930 against $48,110 nationally, 2% less.
Where does California rank for foundry mold and coremaker pay?
California ranks 15 of 33 states.
Which city in California pays foundry mold and coremakers the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $47,440 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.