salary$46,800 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Fayetteville, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,460per year
Jobs in the area280people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Fayetteville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,530 a month takes 39.2% 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 Fayetteville, NC?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Fayetteville, NC area is $46,800 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $36,490 and $62,460.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Fayetteville?
Typical rent of $1,530 a month takes 39.2% 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 Fayetteville, NC metro area.