Carpenters pay in Salem
In Salem (OR), the median pay for carpenters is $28.71 an hour ($59,730 a year). About 1,720 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($60,580). It is 5% lower than the Oregon median ($62,870).
Pay range for carpenters in Salem (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.96 | $37,360 |
| 25% of workers | $23.19 | $48,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.71 | $59,730 |
| 75% of workers | $36.75 | $76,440 |
| 90% of workers | $47.77 | $99,370 |
Carpenters pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $73,710 | 9,210 |
| Corvallis | $63,290 | 260 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $62,590 | 710 |
| Bend | $61,640 | 1,180 |
| Salem (this page) | $59,730 | 1,720 |
| Medford | $57,930 | 910 |
| Grants Pass | $57,160 | 140 |
| Albany | $57,080 | 340 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Salem (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $54,500 |
| Electricians | $98,850 |
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