Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for cabinetmakers and bench carpenters is $27.93 an hour ($58,100 a year). About 740 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($46,680). Connecticut ranks 3rd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for cabinetmakers and bench carpenters in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.86 | $41,310 |
| 25% of workers | $22.55 | $46,910 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.93 | $58,100 |
| 75% of workers | $32.28 | $67,140 |
| 90% of workers | $36.87 | $76,690 |
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $66,040 | 50 |
| New Haven | $60,340 | 80 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $59,440 | 90 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $55,750 | 190 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $51,830 | 270 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for cabinetmakers and bench carpenters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -2.9% over ten years, declining · about 6,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $64,060 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $58,760 |
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