Carpenters Salary in Illinois
Median Annual Salary
$76,410
$36.73/hr
Salary Range
$41,090 – $118,810
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
24,930
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$77,182
real purchasing power
28.8% above the national median ($59,310)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$41,090 (entry)$76,410 (median)$118,810 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+16.8%
$8,300 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur | $80,770 | 200 |
| Peoria | $77,980 | 860 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $76,510 | 19,460 |
| Rockford | $74,670 | 970 |
| Bloomington | $73,470 | 190 |
| Springfield | $72,490 | 330 |
| Kankakee | $70,280 | 120 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $65,270 | 380 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.