Carpenter Salary in California
A carpenter in California earns an estimated $68,100 a year ($32.74 an hour). Most workers fall from $46,300 to $98,700, depending on experience and employer.
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Carpenter pay in California
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $46,300 | $22.26 |
| Median (estimate) | $68,100 | $32.74 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $98,700 | $47.45 |
| US national median | $59,000 | $28.37 |
The California estimate is 15% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in California keeps about $53,333 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,051.28 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the California paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in California?
About $68,100 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.