How much does a molder make in Seattle?
$56,770a year
Median yearly pay for molders in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $27.29 an hour or $4,731 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.29
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 131
- Jobs in the area
- 660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,580Median: $56,770Highest 10%: $70,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,580 | $23.36 | |
| 25th | $49,350 | $23.73 | |
| Median | $56,770 | $27.29 | |
| 75th | $63,360 | $30.46 | |
| 90th | $70,900 | $34.09 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for molders.
| Spokane, WA | $56,110 |
| Portland, OR | $50,180 |
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 molder make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $27.29 ($56,770 a year).
Do molders make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $56,770 against $46,170 nationally, 23% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $51,780, so Seattle pays 10% more.
Where does Seattle rank for molder pay?
8 of 131 metro areas with data.
How much does a molder make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,580 or less a year; the top 10% make $70,900 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.