Carpenters pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for carpenters is $23.72 an hour ($49,350 a year). About 9,190 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). Georgia ranks 43rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.77 | $34,890 |
| 25% of workers | $20.29 | $42,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.72 | $49,350 |
| 75% of workers | $28.00 | $58,250 |
| 90% of workers | $30.51 | $63,470 |
Carpenters pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta-Richmond County | $58,930 | 830 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $50,680 | 6,380 |
| Warner Robins | $46,750 | 180 |
| Gainesville | $46,260 | 180 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $45,110 | 80 |
| Columbus | $45,070 | 140 |
| Savannah | $44,900 | 330 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $44,740 | 100 |
| Dalton | $42,750 | 40 |
| Rome | $42,000 | 40 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $41,670 | 70 |
| Albany | $38,400 | 80 |
| Valdosta | $37,840 | 40 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $38,990 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $42,280 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $56,800 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $48,090 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $58,260 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $50,010 |
| Electricians | $58,320 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $47,880 |
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