Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers Salary
Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers earn a median $48,220 a year nationally. Production Occupations
What coil winders, tapers, and finishers do
Wind wire coils used in electrical components, such as resistors and transformers, and in electrical equipment and instruments, such as field cores, bobbins, armature cores, electrical motors, generators, and control equipment.
- Typical education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Moderate-term on-the-job training
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- -4.0% (declining)
- Openings per year
- 1,200
Employment of coil winders, tapers, and finishers is projected to shrink 4.0% from 2025 to 2035, slower than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 1,200 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$3,606
- Social Security (6.2%)$2,990
- Medicare (1.45%)$699
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$40,925
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $37,540 | $18.05 | $32,343 |
| 25th percentile | $42,050 | $20.22 | $35,967 |
| Median (50th) | $48,220 | $23.18 | $40,925 |
| 75th percentile | $58,770 | $28.25 | $49,402 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $63,300 | $30.43 | $53,042 |
Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $73,920 | −52.9% | $60,833 | $36,740 – $162,100 | 60 |
| Louisiana | $61,480 | +4.1% | $50,121 | $46,380 – $83,200 | 60 |
| Iowa | $59,780 | +20.0% | $48,593 | $44,830 – $77,430 | 260 |
| Georgia | $59,180 | +12.6% | $47,282 | $44,620 – $64,820 | 420 |
| Virginia | $56,230 | −7.6% | $44,942 | $37,870 – $73,780 | 460 |
| Alabama | $55,880 | +9.0% | $44,551 | $36,750 – $62,340 | 420 |
| Maryland | $54,180 | −0.9% | $43,504 | $40,460 – $63,130 | 160 |
| Kentucky | $53,490 | −8.5% | $43,405 | $31,540 – $64,990 | 100 |
| Minnesota | $52,820 | +3.3% | $42,553 | $47,140 – $65,280 | 80 |
| New York | $52,280 | +0.2% | $41,961 | $36,760 – $79,280 | 850 |
| Utah | $51,910 | — | $42,520 | $39,470 – $59,390 | 50 |
| South Carolina | $51,670 | +2.8% | $41,754 | $40,870 – $60,660 | 190 |
| Missouri | $51,490 | +3.2% | $42,070 | $44,020 – $59,700 | 420 |
| North Carolina | $51,180 | +5.9% | $41,770 | $38,780 – $78,380 | 480 |
| Pennsylvania | $50,380 | +5.5% | $41,114 | $38,460 – $60,610 | 450 |
| Arkansas | $50,010 | +5.4% | $40,625 | $47,150 – $50,050 | 430 |
| Idaho | $49,830 | +33.3% | $40,686 | $39,930 – $62,520 | 120 |
| Florida | $49,350 | +10.9% | $41,833 | $40,870 – $87,380 | 150 |
| Indiana | $48,920 | −5.0% | $40,074 | $44,250 – $60,980 | 790 |
| Colorado | $48,470 | — | $39,701 | $40,560 – $57,090 | 40 |
| New Jersey | $48,330 | — | $39,891 | $32,470 – $61,340 | 200 |
| Ohio | $47,770 | +3.5% | $40,032 | $38,590 – $58,900 | 1,020 |
| West Virginia | $47,760 | +27.5% | $39,134 | $36,230 – $59,560 | 70 |
| Michigan | $47,350 | +4.6% | $38,464 | $37,600 – $61,390 | 110 |
| Kansas | $46,470 | +6.0% | $37,725 | $37,980 – $59,900 | 70 |
| Tennessee | $46,280 | +2.7% | $39,366 | $38,220 – $63,260 | 1,460 |
| New Hampshire | $45,450 | −2.0% | $38,699 | $35,880 – $63,810 | 110 |
| Illinois | $45,020 | −0.9% | $36,270 | $38,120 – $57,960 | 760 |
| Massachusetts | $44,080 | +4.1% | $35,614 | $38,700 – $80,710 | 50 |
| Texas | $44,060 | +4.7% | $37,582 | $26,910 – $61,810 | 1,150 |
| Wisconsin | $43,270 | −10.6% | $35,825 | $38,880 – $59,330 | 570 |
| California | $42,330 | +9.0% | $34,959 | $36,310 – $68,180 | 440 |
| Connecticut | $42,220 | +14.5% | $35,129 | $37,020 – $57,140 | 320 |
| Oregon | $41,600 | — | $32,795 | $37,770 – $58,150 | 40 |
| Oklahoma | $40,490 | +2.6% | $33,437 | $33,440 – $57,110 | 120 |
| Nevada | $38,140 | +3.3% | $32,825 | $38,110 – $54,610 | 30 |
| Mississippi | $35,730 | +9.4% | $30,192 | $32,900 – $60,170 | 150 |
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| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers | $45,850 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.0% |
| Fiberglass Laminator and Fabricator | $46,880 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.6% |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $51,330 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.2% |
| Miscellaneous Assembler and Fabricator | $44,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Engine and Other Machine Assembler | $53,710 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.0% |
| Timing Device Assembler and Adjuster | $62,620 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.1% |
| Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers | $65,380 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $48,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Foundry Mold and Coremaker | $48,110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -23.0% |
| Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | $48,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a coil winders, tapers, and finishers make?
The national median salary for coil winders, tapers, and finishers is $48,220 a year ($23.18 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,540 and the top 10% earn over $63,300. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays coil winders, tapers, and finishers the most?
Washington has the highest median pay at $73,920.
How many coil winders, tapers, and finishers are there in the U.S.?
About 12,840 people work as coil winders, tapers, and finishers nationwide.