How much does a tool and die maker make in California?
$77,030a year
Median yearly pay for tool and die makers in California. That is $37.03 an hour or $6,419 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.03
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,710Median: $77,030Highest 10%: $104,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,710 | $21.98 | |
| 25th | $54,640 | $26.27 | |
| Median | $77,030 | $37.03 | |
| 75th | $92,510 | $44.48 | |
| 90th | $104,300 | $50.13 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $97,560 |
| San Diego, CA | $85,010 |
| Stockton, CA | $82,820 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $78,020 |
| Oxnard, CA | $72,390 |
| Riverside, CA | $62,690 |
| Modesto, CA | $52,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tool and die makers.
| 2. Kansas | $83,890 |
| 3. Maine | $79,910 |
| 4. Connecticut | $77,540 |
| 5. California | $77,030 |
| 6. New Jersey | $74,460 |
| 7. Oregon | $73,930 |
| 8. North Dakota | $73,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tool and die maker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $37.03 ($77,030 a year).
Do tool and die makers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $77,030 against $64,050 nationally, 20% more.
Where does California rank for tool and die maker pay?
California ranks 5 of 45 states.
Which city in California pays tool and die makers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $97,560 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.