▼26%
$22.00
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$16.75
MEDIAN
$22
90%
$30.41
The average hourly pay for a Fabricator is $22.00 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$17 - $30
Bonus
$0 - $1k
Total Pay
$35k - $81k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Fabricators?
What Do Fabricators Do?
Fabricator Tasks
- Perform various fabrication techniques such as saw, sand, polish, glue, seam and cut.
- Perform minor machine maintenance.
- Set stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule or template.
- Measure work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
- Read job specification to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
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Common Health Benefits for a Fabricator
Medical
73%
Dental
47%
Vision
40%
None
27%
Gender Breakdown for Fabricators
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 14 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Fabricators
What is the highest pay for Fabricators?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Fabricator is $30.41 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Fabricators?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Fabricator is $16.75 / hour
How can Fabricators increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Fabricator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Fabricator that oversees more junior Fabricators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.