Carpenters Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $51,260 -13.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.65
10th percentile $39,170
90th percentile $77,600
Employed locally 1,090
National median $59,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,170
    25th
    $45,560
    50th (median)
    $51,260
    75th
    $62,620
    90th
    $77,600

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $48,370
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $62,260
    Electricians $66,350
    Highway Maintenance Workers $49,650
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $76,080
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $73,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Carpenters make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Carpenters in Northeastern Wisconsin is $24.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.49 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Carpenters salaries?

    The median Carpenters salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 13.6% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Carpenters (10th percentile) earn around $39,170 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,560.