Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers
Future Prospects
37%
Employment Demand
36%
Wage Potential
21%
Median Salary
$36,650
Annual
Total Employment
14,950
Number of jobs
New Jobs
-1,600
Projected next 10 years
Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers
Tailors, dressmakers, and custom sewers create, alter, and repair garments and other textile products tailored to individual client specifications.
Career Preparation
Typical Education for Entry
No formal educational credential
Recommended Work Experience in Related Occupation
None
Typical On-the-Job Training
Moderate-term on-the-job training