Helpers--Carpenters Salary (2025)
Based on 21,680 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $31,660 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $36,730 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $43,780 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $49,400 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $57,670 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$32K
25th
$37K
Median
$44K
75th
$49K
90th
$58K
Highest Paying States for Helpers--Carpenters
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $54,530 |
| New Hampshire | $53,340 |
| Connecticut | $51,390 |
| Rhode Island | $51,160 |
| Washington | $50,800 |
| Colorado | $48,970 |
| Arkansas | $48,940 |
| Maine | $48,560 |
| New York | $48,050 |
| Massachusetts | $46,910 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Helpers--Carpenters salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $54,530 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $46,910 — a difference of $7,620. 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 Helpers--Carpenters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 21,680 workers were employed as Helpers--Carpenterss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $44,050 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-3012