Carpenters Salary in Massachusetts
Median Annual Salary
$71,110
$34.19/hr
Salary Range
$46,650 – $121,110
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
19,100
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$64,353
real purchasing power
19.9% above the national median ($59,310)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$46,650 (entry)$71,110 (median)$121,110 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+16.8%
$8,300 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $73,800 | 13,030 |
| Barnstable Town | $63,590 | 1,140 |
| Worcester | $63,300 | 1,830 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $63,110 | 310 |
| Springfield | $62,700 | 800 |
| Pittsfield | $60,260 | 410 |
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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.