How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Kentucky?
$61,320a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in Kentucky. That is $29.48 an hour or $5,110 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.48
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,300Median: $61,320Highest 10%: $70,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,300 | $23.22 | |
| 25th | $59,000 | $28.37 | |
| Median | $61,320 | $29.48 | |
| 75th | $67,080 | $32.25 | |
| 90th | $70,390 | $33.84 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 1. Hawaii | $78,000 |
| 2. Washington | $65,760 |
| 3. Oklahoma | $65,040 |
| 4. Kentucky | $61,320 |
| 5. New York | $60,740 |
| 6. Montana | $56,740 |
| 7. Utah | $54,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $29.48 ($61,320 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $61,320 against $45,950 nationally, 33% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
Kentucky ranks 4 of 38 states.
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.