Carpenter Salary in California
Explore carpenter salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$79,795
Monthly: $6,650
Biweekly: $3,069
Entry Level
$41,228
Monthly: $3,436
Biweekly: $1,586
Senior Level
$111,713
Monthly: $9,309
Biweekly: $4,297
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $41,228 | $79,795 | $111,713 |
| Monthly | $3,436 | $6,650 | $9,309 |
| Biweekly | $1,586 | $3,069 | $4,297 |
| Weekly | $793 | $1,535 | $2,148 |
| Hourly | $20 | $38 | $54 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$62,340
CA Median
$79,795
Difference
+$17,455
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Build and repair wooden structures and fixtures.
Education
High school diploma; apprenticeship preferred
Key Skills
CarpentryTool OperationBuilding CodesSafety
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