Carpenters pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for carpenters is $31.22 an hour ($64,930 a year). About 14,930 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). Minnesota ranks 8th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.40 | $46,590 |
| 25% of workers | $26.56 | $55,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.22 | $64,930 |
| 75% of workers | $40.58 | $84,410 |
| 90% of workers | $47.66 | $99,130 |
Carpenters pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $74,060 | 10,200 |
| Rochester | $63,610 | 460 |
| Mankato | $61,150 | 230 |
| St. Cloud | $60,600 | 570 |
| Duluth | $60,520 | 620 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $60,260 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $72,970 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $48,740 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $61,290 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $95,220 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $95,320 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $56,210 |
| Electricians | $78,160 |
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