Tailor salary

31 000 kr

Tailors and atelier seamstresses etc.

What will be the salary after tax?

31 000 - 31 000 kr / month

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Salary progression Tailor

Average salary 31 000 kr

Males 0 kr

Females 32 000 kr

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Salary and Work for Tailors

Working as a tailor gives you the opportunity to transform fabric and materials into beautiful clothing and other textile products. As a tailor or dressmaker, you can work on creating custom suits, repairing, and altering clothes to fit the needs of customers. It is a profession that requires precision, attention to detail, and a strong sense of detail.

Salary for Tailors

The average salary for a tailor is 31 000 kronor per month. This is an increase from the previous average salary of 28 800 kronor. Interestingly, there is a slight wage gap between genders in this profession; women earn an average of 32 000 kronor per month. However, specific salary data for men in this profession is not available.

Job Responsibilities

As a tailor or dressmaker, you work on sewing, repairing, and altering clothes. The tasks may vary depending on specialization but often include pattern making, fabric cutting, sewing, and fittings with customers. It is a creative profession where each day can offer new challenges and projects.

Education and Qualifications

To work as a tailor, it is common to have an education in textiles and design. Many vocational schools and high schools offer programs focused on sewing and pattern making. It is also possible to undergo apprenticeships or receive training directly in the workplace. In addition to formal education, having a keen interest in textiles and fashion, as well as a good eye for detail and craftsmanship, is important.

Job Market and Future Outlook

According to the Swedish Public Employment Service's forecasts, the opportunities to find work as a tailor and dressmaker are considered limited nationally. The recruitment situation is characterized by an excess of trained professionals in the field, and demand is expected to remain unchanged over the next five years. This means that competition for jobs can be tough, and it may be advantageous to have specialized skills or expertise.

Considerations for Becoming a Tailor

Working as a tailor requires not only technical skills but also creativity and customer service abilities. You should be prepared to work on diverse projects and continuously improve your skills. Building a network within the industry and staying updated on the latest fashion and textile trends can also be beneficial.

Benefits in the Profession

Benefits vary depending on the employer but may include paid training to further develop your skills. Other common benefits could be discounts on textiles and clothing, as well as the opportunity to work in creative environments with access to advanced equipment.

In conclusion, the profession of a tailor offers a creative and detail-oriented work environment with potential for personal development and specialization. Despite the challenges in the job market, passion and expertise in the field can create valuable opportunities for those who are dedicated.

Salary distributed by age and sector

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		31000 kr	31000 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		28300 kr	28300 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		28300 kr	28300 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		31000 kr	31100 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		31000 kr	31100 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		31900 kr	32000 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		28300 kr	28300 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		28300 kr	28300 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		32000 kr	32000 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		32000 kr	32000 kr

* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.

Salary per sector

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About the data

All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession Tailor has the SSYK code 7531, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

How much does a Tailor make