How much does a molder make in Salem?
$52,220a year
Median yearly pay for molders in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $25.11 an hour or $4,352 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.11
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 131
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,990Median: $52,220Highest 10%: $61,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,990 | $22.59 | |
| 25th | $50,440 | $24.25 | |
| Median | $52,220 | $25.11 | |
| 75th | $54,980 | $26.43 | |
| 90th | $61,250 | $29.45 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for molders.
| Portland, OR | $50,180 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $65,270 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $62,220 |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $62,090 |
| Crushing | $59,290 |
| Machinist | $58,930 |
| Welder | $57,180 |
| Separating | $55,100 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $53,920 |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setter | $51,540 |
| Cutting | $50,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a molder make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $25.11 ($52,220 a year).
Do molders make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $52,220 against $46,170 nationally, 13% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $52,740, so Salem pays 1% less.
Where does Salem rank for molder pay?
16 of 131 metro areas with data.
How much does a molder make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,250 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.