Foundry Mold and Coremakers Salary in California
Foundry Mold and Coremakers in California earn a median of $46,930 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,930
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($48,110)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,280; the top 10% earn over $61,970. Nationally the range is $37,160 to $62,640.
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Foundry Mold and Coremakers pay in California
How much do foundry mold and coremakers make in California?
The median is $46,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,280 and the top 10% earn over $61,970. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for foundry mold and coremakers?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 33 (−2% vs. the national median of $48,110). Living costs are not included.