Tailors, Dressmakers, and Sewers

Occupation

$39,590
National Median Salary
$19.03
Median Hourly Wage
18,540
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$26,830
$32,590
$39,590
$48,760
$60,850

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+54.6%
10 Year Change
$25,610
2014 Median
$39,590
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Where This Career Pays Above Average

Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles. See detailed occupations below.

Top Paying Industries for Tailors, Dressmakers, and Sewers

Industry Annual Median Employment
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries $102,820 —
Motion Picture and Video Industries $102,820 —
General Merchandise Retailers $49,520 930
Sporting Goods Retailers $46,660 —
Employment Services $45,760 100

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Detailed Tailors, Dressmakers, and Sewers Occupations

These specific job titles have more detailed state and industry salary data:

Occupation Annual Median
Sewers, Hand $33,760
Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers $40,860

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