Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Georgia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,350 | $62,569 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.73 | $30.08 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $51,246.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Georgia is $49,350, or about $23.73 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Georgia is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Georgia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,190 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $49,350, Georgia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.