How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Corpus Christi?
$62,520a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in the Corpus Christi, TX metro area. That is $30.06 an hour or $5,210 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.06
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 72
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,450Median: $62,520Highest 10%: $88,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,450 | $20.89 | |
| 25th | $43,510 | $20.92 | |
| Median | $62,520 | $30.06 | |
| 75th | $87,240 | $41.94 | |
| 90th | $88,320 | $42.46 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| Dallas, TX | $48,890 |
| San Antonio, TX | $45,830 |
| El Paso, TX | $40,910 |
| Midland, TX | $39,450 |
| Houston, TX | $38,270 |
Related jobs in Corpus Christi
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender | $91,560 |
| Petroleum Pump System Operator | $78,630 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $76,560 |
| Machinist | $71,590 |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $59,590 |
| Welder | $59,450 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $54,700 |
| Molding | $53,890 |
| Slaughterer and Meat Packer | $49,460 |
| Inspector | $48,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Corpus Christi?
The median hourly pay in the Corpus Christi, TX metro area is $30.06 ($62,520 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Corpus Christi than the national average?
Yes: $62,520 against $45,950 nationally, 36% more.
How does Corpus Christi compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $45,560, so Corpus Christi pays 37% more.
Where does Corpus Christi rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
4 of 72 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make starting out in Corpus Christi?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $88,320 or more.
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.