Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers Salary in California
Also called: Glass Blowers and Finishers
Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers in California earn a median of $49,190 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,190
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($46,170)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 3,590
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,790; the top 10% earn over $70,720. Nationally the range is $35,850 to $61,530.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Etchers and Engravers$46,480 median in California
- Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic$49,190 median in California
- Potters, Manufacturing$49,190 median in California (broader BLS group)
- Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand$44,450 median in California
- Foundry Mold and Coremakers$46,930 median in California
- Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders$48,940 median in California
Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers pay in California
How much do glass blowers, molders, benders, and finishers make in California?
The median is $49,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,790 and the top 10% earn over $70,720. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for glass blowers, molders, benders, and finishers?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 48 (+7% vs. the national median of $46,170). Living costs are not included.