How much does a foundry mold and coremaker make in Illinois?
$57,110a year
Median yearly pay for foundry mold and coremakers in Illinois. That is $27.46 an hour or $4,759 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.46
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,240Median: $57,110Highest 10%: $62,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,240 | $19.83 | |
| 25th | $48,820 | $23.47 | |
| Median | $57,110 | $27.46 | |
| 75th | $57,110 | $27.46 | |
| 90th | $62,640 | $30.12 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $50,610 |
| Davenport, IA | $46,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foundry mold and coremakers.
| 1. Oregon | $67,060 |
| 2. Missouri | $61,480 |
| 3. Illinois | $57,110 |
| 4. Minnesota | $56,840 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $55,940 |
| 6. New Jersey | $55,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a foundry mold and coremaker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $27.46 ($57,110 a year).
Do foundry mold and coremakers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $57,110 against $48,110 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Illinois rank for foundry mold and coremaker pay?
Illinois ranks 3 of 33 states.
Which city in Illinois pays foundry mold and coremakers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $50,610 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.