Carpenters pay in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, the median pay for carpenters is $29.67 an hour ($61,710 a year). About 1,540 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). District of Columbia ranks 18th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in District of Columbia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.00 | $47,840 |
| 25% of workers | $27.48 | $57,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.67 | $61,710 |
| 75% of workers | $36.18 | $75,250 |
| 90% of workers | $38.81 | $80,720 |
Carpenters pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $60,800 | 13,280 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (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 District of Columbia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $50,020 |
| Electricians | $78,970 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $101,020 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $74,610 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $59,520 |
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