Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,960 | $62,569 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.27 | $30.08 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $59,962.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Maryland is $62,960, or about $30.27 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Maryland is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Maryland typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,770 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $62,960, Maryland offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.