Carpenters Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,140 +4.8% vs national
Median hourly $29.88
10th percentile $48,950
90th percentile $89,630
Employed locally 1,170
National median $59,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,950
    25th
    $55,690
    50th (median)
    $62,140
    75th
    $73,650
    90th
    $89,630

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $48,630
    Electricians $78,420
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $72,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $83,200
    Highway Maintenance Workers $62,540
    Painters, Construction and Maintenance $49,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Carpenters make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Carpenters in Western Washington is $29.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.67 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Carpenters salaries?

    The median Carpenters salary in Western Washington is 4.8% above 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Carpenters (10th percentile) earn around $48,950 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,690.