Carpenters pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for carpenters is $30.27 an hour ($62,960 a year). About 9,770 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). Maryland ranks 11th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.12 | $43,930 |
| 25% of workers | $25.11 | $52,220 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.27 | $62,960 |
| 75% of workers | $36.93 | $76,810 |
| 90% of workers | $45.66 | $94,970 |
Carpenters pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park | $62,880 | 210 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $62,380 | 3,870 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $56,600 | 350 |
| Salisbury | $50,410 | 130 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $46,960 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $62,560 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $59,030 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $54,680 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $71,730 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $50,110 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $49,180 |
| Helpers--Carpenters | $39,470 |
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