salary$44,740 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$30,430per year
Top pay (top 10%)$58,580per year
Jobs in the area100people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Athens?
Expensive. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 38.2% 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 Athens, GA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $44,740 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $30,430 and $58,580.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 38.2% 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 Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area.