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Carpenter Salary

Carpenters construct, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, building everything from frameworks to cabinets.

Median: $49,520 Growth: 2% BLS Data

Carpenter Salary Range

Entry Level

$34,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$50,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$70,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $32,710

25th Percentile $38,300

Median (50th) $49,520

75th Percentile $64,660

90th Percentile $80,380

Top Paying States for Carpenters

1 Hawaii

$74,000

2 Illinois

$70,000

3 New Jersey

$68,000

4 Alaska

$66,000

5 New York

$64,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+2%

Stable

Education

High school diploma and apprenticeship

How Much Do Carpenters Make?

The median annual salary for a carpenter in the United States is $49,520 as of 2026. This means half of carpenters earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $34,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $50,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $70,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

$23/hr

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What Can a Carpenter Afford?

Based on median salary of $49,520

Max Rent $1,249/mo

Max Car Payment $499/mo

Monthly Savings $660/mo

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