Carpenters pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for carpenters is $23.39 an hour ($48,650 a year). About 2,950 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). Mississippi ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.67 | $34,670 |
| 25% of workers | $18.47 | $38,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.39 | $48,650 |
| 75% of workers | $25.23 | $52,480 |
| 90% of workers | $30.50 | $63,440 |
Carpenters pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $49,470 | 530 |
| Jackson | $49,330 | 660 |
| Hattiesburg | $48,360 | 210 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $37,710 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $49,500 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $42,550 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $38,800 |
| Electricians | $60,860 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $47,410 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $55,480 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $44,800 |
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