Wages vary widely by area of the country. Wages also vary depending on the employer and the level of experience of the worker.
Full-time tailors often receive typical benefits. These include vacation, sick leave, and health insurance. Part-time tailors usually do not receive benefits. However, some retailers offer discounts on purchases for their employees.
Tailors, dressmakers, and custom sewers (SOC 51-6052)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
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| Illinois | Hourly | $14.50 | $14.50 | $19.09 |
| Yearly | $30,162 | $30,169 | $39,709 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $14.50 | $14.50 | $19.32 |
| Yearly | $30,162 | $30,168 | $40,185 | |
| Du Page County | Hourly | $14.50 | $18.71 | $20.20 |
| Yearly | $30,164 | $38,915 | $42,035 | |
| United States | Hourly | $15.30 | $17.62 | $21.40 |
| Yearly | $31,820 | $36,650 | $44,510 | |