Carpenters pay in Madison
In Madison (WI), the median pay for carpenters is $30.52 an hour ($63,480 a year). About 2,320 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($60,580). It is 3% higher than the Wisconsin median ($61,660).
Pay range for carpenters in Madison (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.44 | $46,670 |
| 25% of workers | $25.71 | $53,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.52 | $63,480 |
| 75% of workers | $39.68 | $82,540 |
| 90% of workers | $44.44 | $92,430 |
Carpenters pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $84,430 | 650 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $75,390 | 360 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $63,910 | 3,310 |
| Madison (this page) | $63,480 | 2,320 |
| Sheboygan | $62,760 | 230 |
| Fond du Lac | $62,550 | 340 |
| Appleton | $62,490 | 700 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $60,920 | 320 |
| Green Bay | $60,320 | 860 |
| Kenosha | $60,120 | 310 |
| Eau Claire | $59,090 | 360 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $58,950 | 450 |
| Wausau | $49,990 | 370 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Madison (WI)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $57,000 |
| Electricians | $78,430 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $85,160 |
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