Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers

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What Shoe and leather workers Do

Construct, decorate, or repair leather and leather-like products, such as luggage, shoes, and saddles. May use hand tools.


Shoe and leather worker Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 8,700
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $31,450

Job Outlook for Shoe and leather workers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -1,200
  • Growth rate: -14 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Shoe and leather worker

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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