salary$58,930 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,760per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,850per year
Jobs in the area830people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Augusta?
OK. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 29.7% of the median carpenter salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $58,930 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $37,760 and $74,850.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 29.7% of the median carpenter salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.