salary$57,430 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Colorado Springs, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,090per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,040per year
Jobs in the area1,220people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Colorado Springs?
Expensive. Rent of $1,901 a month takes 39.7% 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 Colorado Springs, CO?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Colorado Springs, CO area is $57,430 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $43,090 and $77,040.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Colorado Springs?
Typical rent of $1,901 a month takes 39.7% 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 Colorado Springs, CO metro area.