How much does a molder make in California?
$49,190a year
Median yearly pay for molders in California. That is $23.65 an hour or $4,099 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.65
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 3,590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,790Median: $49,190Highest 10%: $70,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,790 | $18.17 | |
| 25th | $45,180 | $21.72 | |
| Median | $49,190 | $23.65 | |
| 75th | $58,770 | $28.25 | |
| 90th | $70,720 | $34.00 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Jose, CA | $60,130 |
| Modesto, CA | $59,990 |
| San Francisco, CA | $57,300 |
| Santa Rosa, CA | $56,320 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $52,090 |
| Salinas, CA | $51,320 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $49,840 |
| Fresno, CA | $49,500 |
| Sacramento, CA | $49,300 |
| San Diego, CA | $48,140 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $47,640 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,370 |
| Stockton, CA | $45,670 |
| Visalia, CA | $43,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for molders.
| 7. Massachusetts | $50,550 |
| 8. Maryland | $50,360 |
| 9. Colorado | $49,530 |
| 10. California | $49,190 |
| 11. Arizona | $49,060 |
| 12. Vermont | $48,660 |
| 13. Maine | $48,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a molder make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $23.65 ($49,190 a year).
Do molders make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $49,190 against $46,170 nationally, 7% more.
Where does California rank for molder pay?
California ranks 10 of 48 states.
Which city in California pays molders the most?
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA, with a median of $60,130 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.