salary$48,970 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Huntsville, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$69,260per year
Jobs in the area430people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Huntsville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,364 a month takes 33.4% 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 Huntsville, AL?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Huntsville, AL area is $48,970 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $35,530 and $69,260.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Huntsville?
Typical rent of $1,364 a month takes 33.4% 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 Huntsville, AL metro area.