Carpenters pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for carpenters is $36.16 an hour ($75,200 a year). About 18,540 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). Massachusetts ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.19 | $48,230 |
| 25% of workers | $29.21 | $60,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.16 | $75,200 |
| 75% of workers | $46.88 | $97,520 |
| 90% of workers | $59.08 | $122,880 |
Carpenters pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $75,520 | 660 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $75,210 | 12,720 |
| Worcester | $73,010 | 1,590 |
| Barnstable Town | $70,580 | 1,280 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $66,830 | 350 |
| Pittsfield | $63,050 | 430 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $63,390 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $82,100 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $120,840 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $94,950 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $58,040 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $62,040 |
| Helpers--Carpenters | $48,130 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $69,500 |
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