Current Job Market Overview
- Estimated Cabinetmakers: Approximately 105,700 cabinetmakers are currently employed in the U.S.
- Projected Job Market Change: The cabinetmaker job market is expected to shrink by 1.9% between 2022 and 2032.
Employability Rating
- CareerExplorer Rating: Cabinetmakers are rated with a D employability rating, indicating weak employment opportunities in the foreseeable future.
- Future Demand: Over the next decade, the U.S. is projected to need 3,500 cabinetmakers, primarily due to the retirement of 5,500 existing cabinetmakers.
Demand for Cabinetmakers
- Job Growth: Below-average job growth is anticipated for cabinetmakers due to:
- Improved tools and techniques.
- Increased availability of imported prefabricated cabinets.
- Competition: Cabinetmakers focusing on high-end custom woodwork are likely to have better prospects against the trend of mass production.
- Certifications: Obtaining CMA or Master CMA certification from the Cabinet Makers Association may enhance employability.
Supply of Cabinetmakers by State
The cabinetmaker industry is concentrated in the following states:
| State | Employed Cabinetmakers |
|---|---|
| California | 10,650 |
| Texas | 8,420 |
| Pennsylvania | 4,650 |
| Florida | 4,580 |
| Ohio | 4,210 |
| Indiana | 3,810 |
| New York | 3,770 |
| North Carolina | 3,300 |
| Illinois | 2,930 |
| Virginia | 2,890 |
| Minnesota | 2,780 |
| Alabama | 2,590 |
| Washington | 2,430 |
| Missouri | 2,420 |
| Wisconsin | 2,410 |
| New Jersey | 2,400 |
| Tennessee | 2,380 |
| Colorado | 2,150 |
| Oregon | 2,150 |
| Utah | 2,110 |
| Michigan | 2,050 |
| Georgia | 2,030 |
| Kansas | 1,650 |
| Massachusetts | 1,580 |
| Arizona | 1,480 |
| Iowa | 1,250 |
| Nevada | 1,100 |
| Arkansas | 1,080 |
| Connecticut | 1,080 |
| South Carolina | 1,040 |
| Oklahoma | 1,020 |
| Idaho | 980 |
| Kentucky | 860 |
| Nebraska | 830 |
| South Dakota | 770 |
| Maryland | 760 |
| Mississippi | 670 |
| Montana | 620 |
| Louisiana | 520 |
| Maine | 520 |
| North Dakota | 470 |
| Puerto Rico | 420 |
| West Virginia | 380 |
| Vermont | 370 |
| New Hampshire | 360 |
| Rhode Island | 330 |
| New Mexico | 250 |
| Hawaii | 220 |
| Delaware | 180 |
| Wyoming | 150 |
| District of Columbia | 90 |
| Alaska | 80 |
Summary
The cabinetmaker job market faces challenges due to technological advancements and the prevalence of imported cabinets. However, those who specialize in custom woodworking and obtain relevant certifications may find better opportunities.
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