How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Pennsylvania?
$45,350a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in Pennsylvania. That is $21.80 an hour or $3,779 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.80
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,080Median: $45,350Highest 10%: $61,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,080 | $17.35 | |
| 25th | $38,740 | $18.63 | |
| Median | $45,350 | $21.80 | |
| 75th | $52,880 | $25.42 | |
| 90th | $61,620 | $29.63 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Scranton, PA | $52,880 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $50,070 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $48,890 |
| Lancaster, PA | $47,780 |
| York, PA | $44,490 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $38,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 24. Nevada | $46,440 |
| 25. Louisiana | $45,680 |
| 26. Texas | $45,560 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $45,350 |
| 28. North Carolina | $45,190 |
| 29. Ohio | $45,180 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $45,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $21.80 ($45,350 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $45,350 against $45,950 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 27 of 38 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays metal worker and plastic workers the most?
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA, with a median of $52,880 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.