Carpenters pay in Utah
In Utah, the median pay for carpenters is $25.17 an hour ($52,360 a year). About 15,220 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). Utah ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Utah
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.58 | $36,560 |
| 25% of workers | $22.04 | $45,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.17 | $52,360 |
| 75% of workers | $30.20 | $62,810 |
| 90% of workers | $36.14 | $75,170 |
Carpenters pay in Utah metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $59,870 | 6,420 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi | $53,230 | 3,080 |
| Logan | $49,640 | 490 |
| Ogden | $48,270 | 2,150 |
| St. George | $47,060 | 1,110 |
Utah unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Utah
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $46,550 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $51,020 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $46,390 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $63,140 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $58,250 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $60,450 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $48,130 |
| Electricians | $62,000 |
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