All metal workers and plastic workers not listed separately.
Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other
SOC: 51-4199 O*NET: 51-4199.00
Median Salary
$42,750
per year
Job Growth
📉 -9.5%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All metal workers and plastic workers not listed separately.
What does a Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$33,850
10th percentile
Early Career
$36,890
25th percentile
Median
$42,750
50th percentile
Experienced
$49,930
75th percentile
Top Earners
$62,800
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$33,850
25th
$36,890
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$42,750
Mean: $45,850
75th
$49,930
90th
$62,800
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $28,950 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $36,890 and $49,930
- •Salary spread is 30.5% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 20,270 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:20,400
Top Industries
Manufacturing66.5%
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing23.6%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services21.4%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-9.5%
Annual Openings:1,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)20,400
Current
2034 (Projected)18,500
-9.5%
-1,900
Employment Change
-9.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 37 locations
California
2,490 jobs$44,8601.05x
Georgia
2,020 jobs$36,2403.16x
Texas
1,500 jobs$38,7100.82x
Tennessee
1,460 jobs$34,4103.40x
Pennsylvania
1,280 jobs$43,1001.62x
Ohio
1,160 jobs$43,0401.60x
Michigan
1,140 jobs$38,8501.98x
Florida
1,040 jobs$36,1400.81x
New Hampshire
930 jobs$46,36010.38x
South Carolina
740 jobs$41,6702.49x
Oregon
500 jobs$49,3901.92x
Wisconsin
480 jobs$47,9301.26x
North Carolina
430 jobs$43,3300.67x
Washington
420 jobs$63,4700.90x
Indiana
410 jobs$50,8900.99x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves