Carpenter Salary By State: Salary by State (Hourly + Annual)
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Quick Answer: How Much Do Carpenters Make?
Carpenter pay varies by state, whether you work residential vs commercial, and what you specialize in (framing, finish, formwork, interiors). The biggest pay jumps usually come from layout accuracy, speed without mistakes, and being trusted to run a crew—not just cut and install.
This page shows hourly and annual estimates by state so you can compare typical carpenter pay where you live. Use the top 10 chart for context, then the full table to compare your state against nearby markets.
- Biggest pay drivers: specialization (finish vs formwork vs commercial interiors), plan reading, layout skill, and production pacing.
- Where pay is often highest: strong commercial markets, large project regions, and areas with consistent new construction demand.
- Reality check: finish carpentry, framing, and formwork can have totally different pay ceilings—even in the same city.
- Best next step: Jump to Carpenter Salaries by State and compare your state to the top 10.
- Want the full career path? How to Become a Carpenter
Carpenter Salaries by State
Carpenter pay can vary a lot depending on where you live. Use this state-by-state breakdown to compare average hourly wage, weekly pay, monthly income, and annual salary for carpenters across the United States.
Salary estimates are based on aggregated data from publicly available wage sources, including state-level labor datasets, employer-reported estimates, and trade industry compensation data. Primary sources include the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), State Labor Departments, and union wage scales and collective bargaining agreements (where available). Data reflects the most recently available wage releases at the time of publication.
How these Carpenter salary estimates are calculated: Hourly wage figures are based on the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for the trade, supplemented with state labor department wage data and published union wage scales where available. Weekly pay assumes a standard 40-hour work week. Annual salary estimates are calculated using 2,080 work hours per year, and monthly pay is derived by dividing the annual estimate by 12. These figures represent typical earnings and may vary based on experience level, system specialization, overtime, seasonality, and regional demand.
Top 10 Highest Paying States for Carpenters (Hourly)
Complete Carpenter Salary Table by State
| State | Hourly Wage | Weekly Pay | Monthly Pay | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $29.38 | $1,175 | $5,093 | $61,110 |
| New York | $28.41 | $1,138 | $4,931 | $59,173 |
| Massachusetts | $28.36 | $1,136 | $4,922 | $59,069 |
| Alaska | $27.98 | $1,120 | $4,853 | $58,238 |
| Vermont | $27.64 | $1,106 | $4,791 | $57,491 |
| North Dakota | $27.51 | $1,100 | $4,768 | $57,221 |
| Oregon | $27.49 | $1,099 | $4,765 | $57,179 |
| Colorado | $27.35 | $1,094 | $4,741 | $56,888 |
| Hawaii | $27.03 | $1,081 | $4,685 | $56,222 |
| Nevada | $26.51 | $1,060 | $4,595 | $55,141 |
| New Jersey | $26.44 | $1,058 | $4,583 | $54,995 |
| Wisconsin | $26.29 | $1,053 | $4,564 | $54,763 |
| Pennsylvania | $26.12 | $1,045 | $4,528 | $54,330 |
| Delaware | $26.08 | $1,043 | $4,521 | $54,246 |
| South Dakota | $26.06 | $1,042 | $4,517 | $54,205 |
| Virginia | $25.84 | $1,034 | $4,479 | $53,747 |
| California | $25.73 | $1,029 | $4,460 | $53,518 |
| Minnesota | $25.54 | $1,022 | $4,427 | $53,123 |
| Rhode Island | $25.54 | $1,022 | $4,427 | $53,123 |
| New Hampshire | $25.37 | $1,015 | $4,398 | $52,770 |
| Maryland | $25.32 | $1,013 | $4,389 | $52,666 |
| New Mexico | $25.28 | $1,011 | $4,382 | $52,582 |
| Illinois | $25.28 | $1,011 | $4,382 | $52,582 |
| Maine | $25.26 | $1,010 | $4,378 | $52,541 |
| Wyoming | $25.08 | $1,003 | $4,347 | $52,166 |
| Nebraska | $24.89 | $995 | $4,314 | $51,771 |
| Indiana | $24.84 | $994 | $4,306 | $51,666 |
| Connecticut | $24.83 | $993 | $4,304 | $51,646 |
| Ohio | $24.82 | $993 | $4,301 | $51,606 |
| Mississippi | $24.73 | $990 | $4,288 | $51,458 |
| Idaho | $24.57 | $981 | $4,251 | $51,010 |
| Iowa | $24.53 | $979 | $4,242 | $50,902 |
| Missouri | $24.50 | $978 | $4,237 | $50,840 |
| Arizona | $24.35 | $974 | $4,221 | $50,648 |
| Texas | $24.34 | $974 | $4,219 | $50,627 |
| South Carolina | $24.25 | $970 | $4,203 | $50,440 |
| Oklahoma | $24.13 | $966 | $4,186 | $50,230 |
| Montana | $24 | $960 | $4,160 | $49,920 |
| Utah | $23.81 | $952 | $4,125 | $49,505 |
| North Carolina | $23.77 | $950 | $4,117 | $49,402 |
| Tennessee | $23.74 | $949 | $4,112 | $49,339 |
| Alabama | $23.71 | $947 | $4,106 | $49,277 |
| Kansas | $23.35 | $934 | $4,047 | $48,568 |
| Michigan | $22.84 | $913 | $3,959 | $47,507 |
| Kentucky | $22.76 | $910 | $3,945 | $47,341 |
| Louisiana | $22.43 | $897 | $3,888 | $46,654 |
| Georgia | $22.16 | $886 | $3,841 | $46,093 |
| Arkansas | $21.72 | $869 | $3,765 | $45,178 |
| West Virginia | $20.40 | $816 | $3,536 | $42,432 |
| Florida | $19.72 | $789 | $3,418 | $41,018 |
Next Steps
- Use the full training-to-career roadmap: How to Become a Carpenter
- Compare wages and job stability by pathway: Carpenter Union vs Non-Union Careers
- Explore programs near you: Trade Schools & Apprenticeships Near Me
