Skilled Trades Careers
Median pay and job outlook for 13 skilled trades careers, from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data — ranked by median annual salary.
| Occupation | Median / yr | Median / hr | Job outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Mechanic | $75,400 | $36.25 | +5% Faster than average |
| Wind Turbine Technician | $61,770 | $29.70 | +45% Much faster than average |
| Electrician | $61,590 | $29.61 | +6% Faster than average |
| Plumber | $61,550 | $29.59 | +6% Faster than average |
| Diesel Mechanic | $58,970 | $28.35 | +4% As fast as average |
| HVAC Technician | $57,300 | $27.55 | +9% Much faster than average |
| Carpenter | $56,350 | $27.09 | +4% As fast as average |
| Heavy Equipment Operator | $56,160 | $27.00 | +5% Faster than average |
| CDL Truck Driver | $54,320 | $26.12 | +4% As fast as average |
| Machinist | $50,840 | $24.44 | +2% Slower than average |
| Welder | $48,940 | $23.53 | +4% As fast as average |
| Solar Installer | $48,800 | $23.46 | +22% Much faster than average |
| Auto Mechanic | $47,770 | $22.97 | +3% As fast as average |