salary$45,070 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Columbus, GA-AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$32,260per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,030per year
Jobs in the area140people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Columbus?
Expensive. Rent of $1,314 a month takes 35.0% 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 Columbus, GA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Columbus, GA-AL area is $45,070 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $32,260 and $60,030.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Columbus?
Typical rent of $1,314 a month takes 35.0% 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 Columbus, GA-AL metro area.