Carpenters pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for carpenters is $22.55 an hour ($46,910 a year). About 3,820 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). Oklahoma ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.67 | $34,670 |
| 25% of workers | $19.37 | $40,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.55 | $46,910 |
| 75% of workers | $25.72 | $53,510 |
| 90% of workers | $31.22 | $64,940 |
Carpenters pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lawton | $50,400 | 80 |
| Oklahoma City | $48,940 | 1,420 |
| Tulsa | $46,810 | 1,320 |
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $39,360 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $65,640 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $47,660 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $36,630 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $50,380 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $50,620 |
| Electricians | $61,010 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $47,970 |
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