Sewers, Hand
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Sew, join, reinforce, or finish, usually with needle and thread, a variety of manufactured items. Includes weavers and stitchers.
Median pay: $36,480/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -7% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Select thread, twine, cord, or yarn to be used, and thread needles.
• Measure and align parts, fasteners, or trimmings, following seams, edges, or markings on parts.
• Trim excess threads or edges of parts, using scissors or knives.
• Sew, join, reinforce, or finish parts of articles, such as garments, books, mattresses, toys, and wigs, using needles and thread or other materials.
• Use different sewing techniques such as felling, tacking, basting, embroidery, and fagoting.
What's the median pay for Sewers, Hand?
The median pay for Sewers, Hand is $36,480 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Sewers, Hand?
Employment for Sewers, Hand is projected to change -7% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Sewers, Hand?
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
How many job openings are there each year for Sewers, Hand?
About 700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.