Carpenters pay in Kansas
In Kansas, the median pay for carpenters is $27.39 an hour ($56,960 a year). About 5,210 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). Kansas ranks 32nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Kansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.68 | $38,860 |
| 25% of workers | $22.99 | $47,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.39 | $56,960 |
| 75% of workers | $32.08 | $66,730 |
| 90% of workers | $42.35 | $88,090 |
Carpenters pay in Kansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence | $59,800 | 280 |
| Manhattan | $51,600 | 300 |
| Topeka | $51,210 | 360 |
| Wichita | $50,930 | 1,210 |
Kansas unemployment rate: 3.8% (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 Kansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $44,840 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $62,670 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $41,350 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $39,890 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $47,840 |
| Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic | $79,240 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $51,620 |
| Electricians | $65,860 |
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