Carpenter pay in Kansas
State median
Public data$23.33/hr
≈ $48,526/year full-time
Ranks #36 of 51 states for carpenter pay▼ 7% vs national median
Pay distribution in Kansas
$20.87Median $23.33/hr$28.73
25th percentile
$20.87
per hour
Median
$23.33
per hour
75th percentile
$28.73
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do carpenters make in Kansas?
The median pay for carpenters in Kansas is $23.33/hr (about $48,526/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $20.87 and $28.73 per hour.
How does Kansas compare to the national average for carpenters?
Kansas pays 7% below the national median of $25.05/hr for carpenters. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.