Carpenter pay in Mississippi
State median
Public data$21.04/hr
≈ $43,763/year full-time
Ranks #50 of 51 states for carpenter pay▼ 16% vs national median
Pay distribution in Mississippi
$17.78Median $21.04/hr$24.11
25th percentile
$17.78
per hour
Median
$21.04
per hour
75th percentile
$24.11
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do carpenters make in Mississippi?
The median pay for carpenters in Mississippi is $21.04/hr (about $43,763/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $17.78 and $24.11 per hour.
How does Mississippi compare to the national average for carpenters?
Mississippi pays 16% 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.