Carpenter pay in Wisconsin
State median
Public data$28.40/hr
≈ $59,072/year full-time
Pay distribution in Wisconsin
25th percentile
$23.18
per hour
Median
$28.40
per hour
75th percentile
$37.30
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Metros in Wisconsin
- Milwaukee$24.30/hr median
Frequently asked questions
How much do carpenters make in Wisconsin?
The median pay for carpenters in Wisconsin is $28.40/hr (about $59,072/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $23.18 and $37.30 per hour.
How does Wisconsin compare to the national average for carpenters?
Wisconsin pays 13% above 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.
Where in Wisconsin do carpenters earn the most?
Among the metros we track in Wisconsin, Milwaukee pays the most at $24.30/hr median. Compare it on the city pages linked below.