How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Seattle?
$65,760a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $31.62 an hour or $5,480 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.62
- Vs. national median
- +43%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 72
- Jobs in the area
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,540Median: $65,760Highest 10%: $110,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,540 | $19.01 | |
| 25th | $48,720 | $23.42 | |
| Median | $65,760 | $31.62 | |
| 75th | $106,600 | $51.27 | |
| 90th | $110,400 | $53.09 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| Portland, OR | $57,140 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Power Distributor and Dispatcher | $160,600 |
| Power Plant Operator | $125,000 |
| Layout Worker | $123,100 |
| Tool and Die Maker | $116,900 |
| Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator | $112,300 |
| Aircraft Structure | $110,500 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $109,600 |
| Milling and Planing Machine Setter | $105,400 |
| Engine and Other Machine Assembler | $102,500 |
| Tool Grinder | $102,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $31.62 ($65,760 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $65,760 against $45,950 nationally, 43% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $65,760, so Seattle pays 0% more.
Where does Seattle rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
3 of 72 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,540 or less a year; the top 10% make $110,400 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.