How to become carpet installerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$50,340
25th–75th pct. $41,970–$66,320
Top pay (est.)
$106,800
Top 10% $82,140
Pay in 5 years
$57,000est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$64,600est.
$55,500–$75,000
Outlook score
38/100
★★☆☆☆ Below average
AI replacement risk
7%
Very low
Job growth (10 yr)
−16.4%
700 openings / yr
How to become carpet installers
Typical education
No formal educational credential
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-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 Carpet Installers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Handling and Moving ObjectsPerforming General Physical ActivitiesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsControlling Machines and ProcessesMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Important abilities
Static StrengthExtent FlexibilityTrunk StrengthVisualizationOral ComprehensionNear Vision
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
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 carpet installers
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.