Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $18.17

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$13.56
25th$15.03
Median$18.17
75th$21.96
90th$25.26

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do shoe and leather workers and repairers make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $18.17; the mean hourly wage is $18.83.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for shoe and leather workers and repairers?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $13.56 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for shoe and leather workers and repairers?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $25.26 per hour.