Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for fabric and apparel patternmakers is $30.17 an hour ($62,750 a year). About 2,950 people work in this job there.
Pay range for fabric and apparel patternmakers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.25 | $33,790 |
| 25% of workers | $20.49 | $42,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.17 | $62,750 |
| 75% of workers | $45.16 | $93,930 |
| 90% of workers | $59.39 | $123,540 |
Best-paying states for fabric and apparel patternmakers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $101,230 | 670 |
| California | $89,010 | 930 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,900 | 40 |
| Indiana | $59,400 | 50 |
| Missouri | $56,490 | 50 |
| Oregon | $55,740 | 30 |
| Ohio | $49,220 | 30 |
| North Carolina | $48,180 | 270 |
| Massachusetts | $47,680 | 0 |
| Virginia | $45,390 | 40 |
Pay by state
- California · $89,010
- New York · $101,230
Education, experience and outlook for fabric and apparel patternmakers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -15% over ten years, declining · about 200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Sewing Machine Operators | $36,670 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $46,170 |
| Fashion Designers | $80,960 |
| Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers | $41,640 |
| Etchers and Engravers | $43,310 |
| Cutters and Trimmers, Hand | $38,020 |
| Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic | $63,870 |
| Sewers, Hand | $36,480 |
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