How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Memphis?
$46,730a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $22.47 an hour or $3,894 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.47
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 36 of 72
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,070Median: $46,730Highest 10%: $67,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,070 | $17.34 | |
| 25th | $39,260 | $18.88 | |
| Median | $46,730 | $22.47 | |
| 75th | $48,860 | $23.49 | |
| 90th | $67,140 | $32.28 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| Nashville, TN | $39,330 |
| Knoxville, TN | $35,530 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $35,020 |
| Jackson, TN | $32,990 |
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Salaries for every job in Memphis, TNFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $22.47 ($46,730 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Memphis than the national average?
Yes: $46,730 against $45,950 nationally, 2% more.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $36,770, so Memphis pays 27% more.
Where does Memphis rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
36 of 72 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $67,140 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.