Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $64,930 | $62,569 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.22 | $30.08 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,852.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Minnesota is $64,930, or about $31.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Minnesota is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Minnesota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 14,930 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $64,930, Minnesota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.