Carpenters are construction workers who repair, remodel, construct and install structures made of wood, plastic and other materials, using numerous types of tools. Many are self-employed while others work for residential building contractors or large commercial building companies. Their salaries vary widely depending on their skill level and experience.Starting Salary
- The median starting salary for carpenters in 2009 is around $30,000, with an increase to $43,000 with 5 years' experience.
General Range
- About 80 percent of carpenters in 2008 were making between $24,000 and $69,000. Narrowing it further, the middle 50 percent had salaries of between $30,000 and $53,000.
Energy Industry
- Carpenters working in energy industries including natural gas, oil, coal and electrical power generally make higher salaries, from $61,000 to $66,000 on average.
Supervisors
- Lead carpenters and supervisors for construction companies earn salaries in the median range of $44,000 to $56,000.
Union Members
- Union members also earn salaries on the middle to higher end of the scale. A journeyman carpenter earns $41,000 while a master carpenter earns more than $50,000.
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