How much does a molder make in Pennsylvania?
$45,310a year
Median yearly pay for molders in Pennsylvania. That is $21.78 an hour or $3,776 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.78
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,650Median: $45,310Highest 10%: $59,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,650 | $17.14 | |
| 25th | $39,500 | $18.99 | |
| Median | $45,310 | $21.78 | |
| 75th | $49,410 | $23.75 | |
| 90th | $59,630 | $28.67 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| York, PA | $48,540 |
| Allentown, PA | $48,130 |
| Lancaster, PA | $47,780 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $46,480 |
| Reading, PA | $46,460 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $44,210 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $43,620 |
| Scranton, PA | $43,450 |
| Altoona, PA | $39,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for molders.
| 31. Tennessee | $45,860 |
| 32. Minnesota | $45,790 |
| 33. Virginia | $45,410 |
| 34. Pennsylvania | $45,310 |
| 35. Michigan | $45,250 |
| 36. Florida | $45,030 |
| 37. Nevada | $45,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a molder make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $21.78 ($45,310 a year).
Do molders make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $45,310 against $46,170 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for molder pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 34 of 48 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays molders the most?
York-Hanover, PA, with a median of $48,540 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.