Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Idaho | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $52,000 | $62,569 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.00 | $30.08 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,450.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Idaho is $52,000, or about $25.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Idaho is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Idaho typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,380 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $52,000, Idaho offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.