Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,890 | $62,569 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.83 | $30.08 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,045.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in North Dakota is $57,890, or about $27.83 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. North Dakota is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,360 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $57,890, North Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.