Carpenter Salary in Connecticut
A carpenter in Connecticut earns an estimated $65,200 a year ($31.35 an hour). Most workers fall from $44,300 to $94,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Carpenter pay in Connecticut
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $44,300 | $21.30 |
| Median (estimate) | $65,200 | $31.35 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $94,500 | $45.43 |
| US national median | $59,000 | $28.37 |
The Connecticut estimate is 11% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Connecticut keeps about $51,634 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,985.93 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Connecticut paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in Connecticut?
About $65,200 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.