salary$72,290 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,290per year
Top pay (top 10%)$116,130per year
Jobs in the area390people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Chico?
OK. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 27.8% 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 Chico, CA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Chico, CA area is $72,290 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $47,290 and $116,130.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 27.8% 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 Chico, CA metro area.