Foundry Mold and Coremakers Salary in Illinois
Foundry Mold and Coremakers in Illinois earn a median of $57,110 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $57,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($48,110)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,240; the top 10% earn over $62,640. Nationally the range is $37,160 to $62,640.
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Foundry Mold and Coremakers pay in Illinois
How much do foundry mold and coremakers make in Illinois?
The median is $57,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,240 and the top 10% earn over $62,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for foundry mold and coremakers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 33 (+19% vs. the national median of $48,110). Living costs are not included.