Carpenter Salary in New Jersey
A carpenter in New Jersey earns an estimated $66,400 a year ($31.92 an hour). Most workers fall from $45,200 to $96,300, depending on experience and employer.
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Carpenter pay in New Jersey
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $45,200 | $21.73 |
| Median (estimate) | $66,400 | $31.92 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $96,300 | $46.30 |
| US national median | $59,000 | $28.37 |
The New Jersey estimate is 13% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in New Jersey keeps about $52,544 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,020.94 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the New Jersey paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in New Jersey?
About $66,400 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.