salary$49,330 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Jackson, MS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,440per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,140per year
Jobs in the area660people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Jackson?
Expensive. Rent of $1,281 a month takes 31.2% 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 Jackson, MS?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Jackson, MS area is $49,330 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $36,440 and $60,140.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Jackson?
Typical rent of $1,281 a month takes 31.2% 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 Jackson, MS metro area.