Carpenters pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for carpenters is $37.98 an hour ($79,000 a year). About 19,570 people work in this job there.
That is 30% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). Illinois ranks 2nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.18 | $39,890 |
| 25% of workers | $27.00 | $56,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.98 | $79,000 |
| 75% of workers | $51.42 | $106,950 |
| 90% of workers | $56.57 | $117,660 |
Carpenters pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kankakee | $95,280 | 120 |
| Decatur | $87,220 | 180 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $80,440 | 14,220 |
| Springfield | $76,970 | 290 |
| Bloomington | $75,470 | 170 |
| Peoria | $75,280 | 780 |
| Rockford | $72,770 | 810 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $66,980 | 310 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $60,690 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $86,630 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $101,850 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $89,980 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $50,160 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $55,380 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $63,180 |
| Electricians | $99,560 |
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