Carpenters pay in North Dakota
In North Dakota, the median pay for carpenters is $27.83 an hour ($57,890 a year). About 2,360 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). North Dakota ranks 30th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in North Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.09 | $43,860 |
| 25% of workers | $23.47 | $48,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.83 | $57,890 |
| 75% of workers | $30.55 | $63,550 |
| 90% of workers | $36.90 | $76,760 |
Carpenters pay in North Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minot | $58,950 | 160 |
| Fargo | $58,940 | 880 |
| Grand Forks | $57,440 | 290 |
| Bismarck | $54,670 | 510 |
North Dakota unemployment rate: 2.2% (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 North Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $49,070 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $62,150 |
| Electricians | $65,710 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $63,560 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $57,710 |
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