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Foundry Mold and Coremakers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Foundry Mold and Coremakers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$46,930
Median Annual Salary
▲
+9.7% vs 2024
$49,160
Mean Salary
$46,930
Median Salary
$22.56
Hourly Rate
420 people work as Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California
Foundry Mold and Coremakers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California earn a median salary of $46,930 per year ($3,910/month).
This is 1.6% below the national average of $47,669.
California ranks #15 out of 33 states for Foundry Mold and Coremakers pay.
Approximately 420 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 9.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Foundry Mold and Coremakers
Make or form wax or sand cores or molds used in the production of metal castings in foundries.
Top Skills
Monitoring
3.0
Operations Monitoring
3.0
Active Listening
2.88
Critical Thinking
2.88
Time Management
2.88
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
3.39
Mechanical
3.37
Production and Processing
3.27
Education and Training
3.27
Administration and Management
3.24
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(64.4% of workers)
Salary Range: Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California
Salaries for Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California range from $38,280 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $61,970 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $41,100 and $55,370.
Median $46,930
P10: $38,280P25: $41,100P75: $55,370P90: $61,970
10th
$38,280
25th
$41,100
Median
$46,930
75th
$55,370
90th
$61,970
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,280
$18.40
$3,190
25th Percentile
$41,100
$19.76
$3,425
Median (50th)
$46,930
$22.56
$3,910
75th Percentile
$55,370
$26.62
$4,614
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$61,970
$29.79
$5,164
Note: The mean (average) salary of $49,160 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Foundry Mold and Coremakers make in California?
The median annual salary for Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California is $46,930 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $49,160.
What is the salary range for a Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California?
Salaries for Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California range from $38,280 at the 10th percentile to $61,970 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $41,100 and $55,370.
What is the starting salary for a Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California?
Entry-level Foundry Mold and Coremakers positions in California typically start around $38,280 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $41,100 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 420 people are employed as Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California is approximately $22.56 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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