Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters Salary (2025)
Based on 77,170 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,650 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $38,830 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $46,680 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $55,760 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $63,720 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$39K
Median
$47K
75th
$56K
90th
$64K
Highest Paying States for Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | $60,650 |
| New York | $60,040 |
| Massachusetts | $58,350 |
| Vermont | $58,190 |
| Connecticut | $57,850 |
| New Jersey | $56,470 |
| Delaware | $55,900 |
| New Hampshire | $55,900 |
| Rhode Island | $55,500 |
| Illinois | $53,650 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Arkansas at an average of $60,650 per year, while Illinois has an average of $53,650 — a difference of $7,000. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 77,170 workers were employed as Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenterss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $48,290 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-7011