Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $55,690 | $62,569 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.77 | $30.08 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,084.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Virginia is $55,690, or about $26.77 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Virginia is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 20,460 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $55,690, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.