Carpenters Salary in Northwestern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $50,420 -15% vs national
Median hourly $24.24
10th percentile $41,730
90th percentile $70,960
Employed locally 350
National median $59,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,730
    25th
    $48,580
    50th (median)
    $50,420
    75th
    $62,560
    90th
    $70,960

    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 Northwestern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Highway Maintenance Workers $50,700
    Construction Laborers $49,300
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $69,460
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $61,970
    Electricians $61,810
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $68,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Carpenters make per hour in Northwestern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Carpenters in Northwestern Wisconsin is $24.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.74 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Wisconsin above or below average for Carpenters salaries?

    The median Carpenters salary in Northwestern Wisconsin is 15% 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 Northwestern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Carpenters (10th percentile) earn around $41,730 per year in Northwestern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,580.