How much does a tool and die maker make in Kansas City?
$85,740a year
Median yearly pay for tool and die makers in the Kansas City, MO-KS metro area. That is $41.22 an hour or $7,145 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.22
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 166
- Jobs in the area
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,750Median: $85,740Highest 10%: $93,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,750 | $22.96 | |
| 25th | $63,420 | $30.49 | |
| Median | $85,740 | $41.22 | |
| 75th | $93,640 | $45.02 | |
| 90th | $93,840 | $45.12 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for tool and die makers.
| St. Louis, MO | $59,610 |
| Springfield, MO | $58,540 |
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How much does a tool and die maker make an hour in Kansas City?
The median hourly pay in the Kansas City, MO-KS metro area is $41.22 ($85,740 a year).
Do tool and die makers make more in Kansas City than the national average?
Yes: $85,740 against $64,050 nationally, 34% more.
How does Kansas City compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $60,810, so Kansas City pays 41% more.
Where does Kansas City rank for tool and die maker pay?
4 of 166 metro areas with data.
How much does a tool and die maker make starting out in Kansas City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,750 or less a year; the top 10% make $93,840 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.