salary$59,760 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Boulder, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$42,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$81,310per year
Jobs in the area540people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Boulder?
Expensive. Rent of $2,220 a month takes 44.6% 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 Boulder, CO?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Boulder, CO area is $59,760 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $42,670 and $81,310.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Boulder?
Typical rent of $2,220 a month takes 44.6% 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 Boulder, CO metro area.