Carpenters Salary in Tennessee
Median Annual Salary
$49,520
$23.81/hr
Salary Range
$35,980 – $64,800
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
8,680
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$54,120
real purchasing power
16.5% below the national median ($59,310)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$35,980 (entry)$49,520 (median)$64,800 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+16.8%
$8,300 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $53,730 | 3,250 |
| Memphis | $50,360 | 1,130 |
| Knoxville | $49,480 | 1,330 |
| Chattanooga | $48,480 | 580 |
| Jackson | $48,340 | 170 |
| Clarksville | $48,140 | 250 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $47,700 | 290 |
| Cleveland | $47,510 | 140 |
| Morristown | $47,230 | 200 |
| Johnson City | $47,120 | 170 |
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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.