Carpenters pay in Tucson
In Tucson (AZ), the median pay for carpenters is $23.61 an hour ($49,110 a year). About 1,380 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). It is 16% lower than the Arizona median ($58,580).
Pay range for carpenters in Tucson (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.11 | $37,660 |
| 25% of workers | $22.31 | $46,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.61 | $49,110 |
| 75% of workers | $28.94 | $60,190 |
| 90% of workers | $34.76 | $72,290 |
Carpenters pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $60,320 | 12,710 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $56,570 | 440 |
| Flagstaff | $55,970 | 280 |
| Tucson (this page) | $49,110 | 1,380 |
| Yuma | $47,910 | 260 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $46,980 | 330 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $43,910 | 150 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for carpenters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 62,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tucson (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $45,060 |
| Electricians | $59,480 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $59,070 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $58,100 |
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