Carpenter Salary in Wisconsin
A carpenter in Wisconsin earns an estimated $56,100 a year ($26.97 an hour). Most workers fall from $38,100 to $81,300, depending on experience and employer.
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Carpenter pay in Wisconsin
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $38,100 | $18.32 |
| Median (estimate) | $56,100 | $26.97 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $81,300 | $39.09 |
| US national median | $59,000 | $28.37 |
The Wisconsin estimate is 5% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Wisconsin keeps about $44,451 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,709.67 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Wisconsin paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in Wisconsin?
About $56,100 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.