Carpenters pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for carpenters is $29.66 an hour ($61,680 a year). About 18,590 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). Michigan ranks 19th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.42 | $44,550 |
| 25% of workers | $23.80 | $49,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.66 | $61,680 |
| 75% of workers | $35.09 | $72,990 |
| 90% of workers | $39.36 | $81,860 |
Carpenters pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $65,810 | 7,610 |
| Ann Arbor | $65,170 | 640 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $64,270 | 1,120 |
| Midland | $63,380 | 250 |
| Saginaw | $62,240 | 320 |
| Battle Creek | $62,140 | 130 |
| Flint | $61,360 | 330 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $61,060 | 410 |
| Monroe | $59,750 | 90 |
| Traverse City | $59,230 | 420 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $59,000 | 2,840 |
| Jackson | $56,160 | 130 |
| Bay City | $55,520 | 80 |
| Niles | $54,620 | 180 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores | $48,830 | 140 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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 Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $49,590 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $64,490 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $63,500 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $62,830 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $47,950 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $48,550 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $58,440 |
| Electricians | $76,270 |
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