salary$63,470 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,510per year
Top pay (top 10%)$113,210per year
Jobs in the area1,790people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Fresno?
Expensive. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 33.8% 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 Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Fresno, CA area is $63,470 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $45,510 and $113,210.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 33.8% 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 Fresno, CA metro area.