Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $79,000 | $62,569 | +26% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.98 | $30.08 | +26% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $79,000.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Illinois is $79,000, or about $37.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Illinois is +26% above the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 19,570 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $79,000, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.