Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,370 | $62,569 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.54 | $30.08 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,830.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Pennsylvania is $59,370, or about $28.54 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Pennsylvania is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Pennsylvania typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 30,630 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $59,370, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.