Bakers vs. Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators: Who Earns More?
Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators out-earn Bakers by $7K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Bakers land at $37,160 and Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators at $44,650. The education gap is real: baker programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while miscellaneous assemblers and fabricator programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Bakers is Hawaii ($46,710); for Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators it's District of Columbia ($50,330).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Bakers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Bakers or Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators?
Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators earn more nationally. The median is $37,160 for Bakers versus $44,650 for Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators, a difference of $7K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Bakers or Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators?
Bakers has the better 10-year outlook at 5.6% projected growth, compared to -0.1% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Bakers or Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators?
Bakers typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators requires high school diploma or equivalent. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Bakers get paid the most?
Hawaii is the top-paying state for Bakers at $46,710/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Bakers vs. Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Hawaii, Bakers earn $46,710 vs. $49,630 for Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.