The salary of a Tool and Die Maker II in the United States varies depending on several factors, including experience, location, education level, marketing trend and company sizes.
As of April 01, 2025, the average hourly pay of Tool and Die Maker II in the United States is $31. While Salary.com is seeing that Tool and Die Maker II salary in the US can go up to $36 or down to $26, but most earn between $28 and $34. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Tool and Die Maker II in the United States.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $34 | $3 | $1 | $0 |
| Average | $31 | $3 | $1 | $0 |
| 25th Percentile | $28 | $2 | $1 | $0 |
As of April 01, 2025, Salary.com is seeing that an entry-level Tool and Die Maker II with under 1 year experience makes about $62,701. With less than 2 years of experience, a mid-level Tool and Die Maker II makes around $62,881. After 2-4 years, the Tool and Die Maker II pay rises to about $64,677. Those senior Tool and Die Maker II with 5-8 years of experience earn roughly $66,676, and those Tool and Die Maker II having 8 years or more experience is expected to earn about $67,476 on average.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Tool and Die Maker II | $62,701 |
| Intermediate Level Tool and Die Maker II | $62,881 |
| Senior Level Tool and Die Maker II | $64,677 |
| Specialist Level Tool and Die Maker II | $66,676 |
| Expert Level Tool and Die Maker II | $67,476 |
| Entry Level | 3% |
| Mid Level | 3% |
| Senior Level | 0% |
| Top Level | 3% |
| Experienced | 4% |
Salaries in the United States can vary significantly from state to state due to a multitude of factors, including cost of living, local economic conditions, and industry presence.
For example, as of April 01, 2025, the average yearly salary of Tool and Die Maker II is $71,339 in California and in Massachusetts, the average annual salary goes to $70,388. While in New Jersey, a Tool and Die Maker II earns $70,103 per year.
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Salaries in the United States can vary significantly from city to city due to a multitude of factors, including cost of living, local economic conditions, and industry presence.
For example, as of April 01, 2025, the average yearly salary of Tool and Die Maker II in San Francisco, CA is $80,775 and in New York, NY, the average annual salary goes to $74,954. While a Tool and Die Maker II earns $72,134 per year in Boston, MA.
For those exploring the changing dynamics of Tool and Die Maker II salaries, Salary.com offers detailed insights through our Job Trending in CA Labor Market analysis. As of April 01, 2025, our research highlights a notable shift in Tool and Die Maker II compensation over the past six years. For instance, the median salary has moved from $53,285 in 2023 to about $53,085 in 2024 (for a comprehensive analysis of Tool and Die Maker II salary trends, click here). It's crucial to consider several elements, including geographical location, experience level, industry demand, and economic development, as they play a significant role in influencing salary variations.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $64,677 | 69.2% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $4,948 | 5.3% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,716 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $1,294 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 8.9% | ||
| Pension | $3,493 | 3.7% | ||
| Time Off | $7,960 | 8.5% | ||
| Total Compensation | $93,440 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 50.0% |
| Associates | 28.6% |
| Bachelors | 21.4% |
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Builds and repairs custom machine shop tools using machining equipment and measuring instruments. Works from blueprints and sketches to create or modify prototypes, tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and molds. Calculates the dimensions and tolerances required to set up the machine tools. Operates lathes, grinders, milling, and boring machines to produce tools. Generally is participating in and has completed initial phases of an apprenticeship or on the job training program. May require an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience.
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