All textile, apparel, and furnishings workers not listed separately.
Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other
SOC: 51-6099 O*NET: 51-6099.00
Median Salary
$37,010
per year
Job Growth
📉 -9.4%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All textile, apparel, and furnishings workers not listed separately.
What does a Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$30,290
10th percentile
Early Career
$32,850
25th percentile
Median
$37,010
50th percentile
Experienced
$44,810
75th percentile
Top Earners
$53,710
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$30,290
25th
$32,850
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$37,010
Mean: $40,410
75th
$44,810
90th
$53,710
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $23,420 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $32,850 and $44,810
- •Salary spread is 32.3% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 14,450 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:14,700
Top Industries
Manufacturing69.7%
Textile Product Mills24.5%
Apparel Manufacturing17.7%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-9.4%
Annual Openings:1,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)14,700
Current
2034 (Projected)13,300
-9.4%
-1,400
Employment Change
-9.4%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 38 locations
California
2,960 jobs$37,4401.75x
North Carolina
1,940 jobs$36,7604.22x
Georgia
1,570 jobs$31,6803.44x
Texas
800 jobs$31,0400.62x
South Carolina
790 jobs$42,3303.69x
Michigan
750 jobs$32,8001.81x
Florida
560 jobs$39,1100.61x
Ohio
510 jobs$36,0500.98x
New York
400 jobs$73,0800.45x
Tennessee
400 jobs$35,3001.30x
New Hampshire
340 jobs$39,9205.29x
Indiana
320 jobs$35,7901.06x
Illinois
280 jobs$40,6100.50x
Virginia
260 jobs$37,4500.69x
Oregon
210 jobs$37,3801.15x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves