Highest-paying states for model makers, metal and plastic
California leads at $92,960 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.
| Place | Median | 25th–75th |
|---|---|---|
| California | $92,960 | $73,530–$107,000 |
| Florida | $79,930 | $62,730–$90,070 |
| New York | $77,710 | $72,130–$90,800 |
| New Jersey | $72,340 | $44,500–$89,330 |
| Massachusetts | $67,830 | $59,410–$94,770 |
| Texas | $65,920 | $47,260–$98,220 |
| Indiana | $62,620 | $51,840–$66,910 |
| Iowa | $61,550 | $51,140–$65,210 |
| Ohio | $60,880 | $51,580–$61,840 |
| Michigan | $60,540 | $43,250–$97,740 |
| Rhode Island | $55,560 | $34,450–$70,610 |
| Utah | $53,650 | $53,650–$65,930 |
| Pennsylvania | $52,990 | $52,970–$59,670 |
Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.