Carpenters Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,630 -19.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.90
10th percentile $35,350
90th percentile $71,480
Employed locally 490
National median $59,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,350
    25th
    $44,010
    50th (median)
    $47,630
    75th
    $58,860
    90th
    $71,480

    Top-paying metros for Carpenters

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Urban Honolulu, HI $94,090
    Hawaii $85,970
    Fairbanks-College, AK $83,120
    Oshkosh-Neenah, WI $82,760
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $82,280
    Janesville-Beloit, WI $81,370

    Related occupations in Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $50,810
    Construction Laborers $45,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $66,050
    Highway Maintenance Workers $46,370
    Electricians $61,970
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas $49,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Carpenters make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Carpenters in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $22.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.75 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Carpenters salaries?

    The median Carpenters salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 19.7% below the national median of $59,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Carpenters in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Carpenters (10th percentile) earn around $35,350 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,010.