Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers Salary in California
In California, fabric and apparel patternmakers earn a median of $77,440 per year.
Median (California)
$77,440
Bottom 10%
$39,110
Top 10%
$100,140
Employed in California
910
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, fabric and apparel patternmakers earn a median of $77,440 — 14% above the national median of $67,670. Locally the range runs $39,110 to $100,140. About 910 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #3 of 12 states for fabric and apparel patternmakers pay — roughly the 82th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (New York, $100,350) by 30%. State employment of about 910 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$67,670
US bottom 10%
$34,590
US top 10%
$112,540
Skills that move pay in this role
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Mathematics
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
- Writing
Aim your resume at Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers roles in California
Honest tailoring
See how your resume lines up with Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
Refit re-angles your real experience toward this role using the skills above — and never invents skills you don't have. A no-fabrication gate checks every change before you see it.
Free. No account needed to see your first re-fit.