Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers pay in New York
In New York, the median pay for fabric and apparel patternmakers is $48.67 an hour ($101,230 a year). About 670 people work in this job there.
That is 61% higher than the U.S. median ($62,750). New York ranks 1st of 13 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for fabric and apparel patternmakers in New York
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.35 | $56,880 |
| 25% of workers | $34.17 | $71,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.67 | $101,230 |
| 75% of workers | $62.57 | $130,150 |
| 90% of workers | $72.76 | $151,340 |
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $101,250 | 630 |
New York unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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 New York
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Sewing Machine Operators | $38,480 |
| Fashion Designers | $98,640 |
| Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers | $60,210 |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | $45,940 |
| Etchers and Engravers | $51,540 |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers | $35,050 |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials | $36,510 |
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