Top 6 cities for fabric and apparel patternmakers by average salary
| New York, NY | $102,590 |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $85,580 |
| San Diego, CA | $83,940 |
| Boston, MA | $59,720 |
| Hickory, NC | $50,110 |
| Greensboro, NC | $45,230 |
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Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers salary by state
New York pays fabric and apparel patternmakers the most statewide, $102,040 a year on average. Statewide columns cover every employer in the state; city columns cover the metro areas we publish.
| State | Statewide average | Statewide median | Jobs | Metros | Highest city average | Lowest city average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $102,040 | $101,230 | 670 | 1 | $102,590 | $102,590 |
| California | $84,560 | $89,010 | 930 | 2 | $85,580 | $83,940 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,230 | $65,900 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Indiana | $61,640 | $59,400 | 50 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Ohio | $59,160 | $49,220 | 30 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Oregon | $57,290 | $55,740 | 30 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Massachusetts | $55,440 | $47,680 | n/a | 1 | $59,720 | $59,720 |
| Missouri | $55,020 | $56,490 | 50 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Virginia | $49,860 | $45,390 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| North Carolina | $49,140 | $48,180 | 270 | 2 | $50,110 | $45,230 |
| Mississippi | $40,540 | $41,060 | 30 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Florida | $38,400 | $33,790 | 380 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Texas | $36,880 | $34,930 | 70 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers salary in every city we cover
Sort by any column. Each city links to its pay range, take-home pay and cost of living.
| Metro area | Average | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $102,590 | $101,250 | $49.32 | 630 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $85,580 | $89,010 | $41.15 | 830 |
| San Diego, CA | $83,940 | $85,490 | $40.36 | 40 |
| Boston, MA | $59,720 | $55,540 | $28.71 | 30 |
| Hickory, NC | $50,110 | $48,380 | $24.09 | 150 |
| Greensboro, NC | $45,230 | $40,090 | $21.75 | 70 |
Related jobs
- Laundry and Dry-Cleaning WorkersU.S. average $34,920
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- Sewing Machine OperatorsU.S. average $37,600
- Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom SewersU.S. average $45,140
- Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass FibersU.S. average $48,580
- UpholsterersU.S. average $47,340
- Sewers, HandU.S. average $37,210
- Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersU.S. average $39,530
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers salary: questions
Where do fabric and apparel patternmakers make the most money?
In New York, NY, with an average of $102,590 a year, among the 6 metro areas we cover.
What is the average fabric and apparel patternmakers salary in the U.S.?
$71,420 a year nationwide (BLS OEWS national estimates, May 2025); the median is $62,750, so half of fabric and apparel patternmakers earn more than that and half less.
What salary should fabric and apparel patternmakers ask for?
Start from the figures for your city: the middle half of fabric and apparel patternmakers nationwide earn between $42,620 (25th percentile) and $93,930 (75th percentile). Newer workers usually start near the 25th percentile and experienced ones can ask for the 75th; each city page shows the local range. See how to read salary percentiles.
Which state pays fabric and apparel patternmakers the most?
New York, with a statewide average of $102,040 a year (BLS state estimates, May 2025).
Where is fabric and apparel patternmakers pay the lowest?
Greensboro, NC, at $45,230 a year on average. Lower pay often comes with lower prices: check the cost of living on each city page.
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 51-6092.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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