How to become woodworkers, all othereducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$44,530
25th–75th pct. $36,320–$55,180
Top pay (est.)
$83,400
Top 10% $64,150
Pay in 5 years
$50,800est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$58,000est.
$49,900–$67,400
Outlook score
43/100
★★☆☆☆ Below average
AI replacement risk
50%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
−2.3%
1,700 openings / yr
How to become woodworkers, all other
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 Woodworkers, All Other
Career path and how to earn more as woodworkers, all other
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.