Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $50,830 | $62,569 | -19% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.44 | $30.08 | -19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,310.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Tennessee is $50,830, or about $24.44 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Tennessee is -19% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,200 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $50,830, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.