Carpenters Salary in Washington
Median Annual Salary
$73,260
$35.22/hr
Salary Range
$50,560 – $111,840
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
26,340
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$68,276
real purchasing power
23.5% above the national median ($59,310)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$50,560 (entry)$73,260 (median)$111,840 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+16.8%
$8,300 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $76,760 | 15,210 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $72,090 | 1,110 |
| Bellingham | $71,360 | 930 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $66,560 | 660 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $65,840 | 510 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $65,210 | 910 |
| Yakima | $65,180 | 420 |
| Longview-Kelso | $63,040 | 260 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $60,730 | 1,950 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $60,630 | 400 |
| Walla Walla | $58,530 | 130 |
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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.