Carpenter salary in United States (Updated 2026)

The average salary for a Carpenter is $26.23 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 21.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 26, 2026.

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Carpenter salaries typically range between a low of $17.04 and a high of $40.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Carpenter include Seattle, WA at $34.95 per hour, Honolulu, HI at $33.32 per hour, and El Dorado Hills, CA at $32.39 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Carpenter include Marsh ($184,250 per year) and Perfect Choice Home Solutions ($156,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Carpenter salary compares to related positions:

• Carpenter Apprentice: Average $22.06 per hour
• Carpenter Foreman: Average $32.13 per hour
• Senior Carpenter: Average $28.24 per hour
• Journeyperson Carpenter: Average $62,288 per year
• Lead Carpenter: Average $30.64 per hour