How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in California?
$47,380a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in California. That is $22.78 an hour or $3,948 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.78
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 1,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,430Median: $47,380Highest 10%: $70,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,430 | $18.96 | |
| 25th | $43,150 | $20.75 | |
| Median | $47,380 | $22.78 | |
| 75th | $54,840 | $26.37 | |
| 90th | $70,990 | $34.13 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $60,430 |
| San Jose, CA | $53,930 |
| San Diego, CA | $50,650 |
| Oxnard, CA | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $47,860 |
| Vallejo, CA | $46,450 |
| Riverside, CA | $45,270 |
| Fresno, CA | $43,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 16. Oregon | $49,510 |
| 17. Missouri | $48,920 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $47,830 |
| 19. California | $47,380 |
| 20. Massachusetts | $47,060 |
| 21. Arizona | $47,050 |
| 22. Iowa | $46,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $22.78 ($47,380 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $47,380 against $45,950 nationally, 3% more.
Where does California rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
California ranks 19 of 38 states.
Which city in California pays metal worker and plastic workers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $60,430 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.