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How to become cabinetmakers and bench carpenterseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$46,680
25th–75th pct. $38,830–$55,760
Top pay (est.)
$82,800
Top 10% $63,720
Pay in 5 years
$53,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$61,700est.
$53,100–$71,600
Outlook score
41/100
★★☆☆☆ Below average
AI replacement risk
27%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
−2.9%
6,900 openings / yr

How to become cabinetmakers and bench carpenters

Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters

Key skills

Quality Control Analysis
3.5
Operations Monitoring
3.1
Judgment and Decision Making
3.0
Monitoring
3.0
Critical Thinking
3.0
Time Management
3.0
Operation and Control
2.9
Complex Problem Solving
2.9

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Design
3.1
Building and Construction
3.1
Mathematics
3.1
Production and Processing
2.8
Mechanical
2.6
Administration and Management
2.6
Engineering and Technology
2.3
Education and Training
2.2

What the work involves

Handling and Moving ObjectsControlling Machines and ProcessesCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesPerforming General Physical ActivitiesEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMonitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Important abilities

Near VisionFinger DexterityManual DexterityArm-Hand SteadinessVisualizationControl Precision

Training before entry

None / short demo
28%
Up to 1 month
16%
3–6 months
15%
Over 10 years
7%

Related work experience

1–3 months
26%
None
22%
6–12 months
20%
1–2 years
16%
3–6 months
9%
Over 10 years
7%

Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as cabinetmakers and bench carpenters

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.