Carpenters pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for carpenters is $30.77 an hour ($64,010 a year). About 14,230 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). New Jersey ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.00 | $43,680 |
| 25% of workers | $24.63 | $51,220 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.77 | $64,010 |
| 75% of workers | $38.67 | $80,430 |
| 90% of workers | $58.41 | $121,490 |
Carpenters pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $65,690 | 610 |
| Vineland | $63,440 | 180 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $60,840 | 970 |
New Jersey 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 New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $64,060 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $92,840 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $55,650 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $75,080 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $113,220 |
| Helpers--Carpenters | $44,040 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $51,760 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $77,010 |
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