Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,100 | $62,569 | -22% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.61 | $30.08 | -22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $52,068.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in North Carolina is $49,100, or about $23.61 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. North Carolina is -22% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,480 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $49,100, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.