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Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other

Role Overview

All metal workers and plastic workers not listed separately.

Recommended Majors

Machine Tool Technology/Machinist. Machine Shop Technology/Assistant. Precision Metal Working, Other.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State Median salary
Washington $63,470
New York $62,590
Alabama $62,310
Oklahoma $61,440
Kentucky $52,200
Massachusetts $51,190
Indiana $50,890
Montana $50,540
Oregon $49,390
Colorado $49,380
Utah $49,350
Illinois $48,010
Maryland $48,000
Wisconsin $47,930
Arizona $47,830

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$42,750

Projected Growth (10yr)

+-9.5%

Avg. annual openings

1.7k

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