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Upholsterers in Washington

Upholsterers make, repair, and replace fabric, leather, and padding on furniture and vehicle seats. They work in upholstery shops, furniture manufacturing plants, automotive facilities, and repair shops In Washington the median pay is $55,970 a year, 21% above the national median of $46,340.

$55,970median pay in Washington, per year
$48,310–$73,050middle half earn
200employed in Washington
$46,340U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.

Skills that matter most

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingActive LearningMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

Production and ProcessingDesignCustomer and Personal ServiceMechanicalEducation and TrainingMathematics (knowledge)

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O*NET-SOC 51-6093.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Washington, annual.