salary$65,170 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Ann Arbor, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,500per year
Top pay (top 10%)$83,500per year
Jobs in the area640people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Ann Arbor?
Expensive. Rent of $1,936 a month takes 35.6% of the median carpenter salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in Ann Arbor, MI?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Ann Arbor, MI area is $65,170 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $46,500 and $83,500.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Ann Arbor?
Typical rent of $1,936 a month takes 35.6% of the median carpenter salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Ann Arbor, MI metro area.