salary$47,570 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Killeen-Temple, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,830per year
Top pay (top 10%)$61,960per year
Jobs in the area270people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Killeen?
Expensive. Rent of $1,293 a month takes 32.6% 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 Killeen, TX?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Killeen-Temple, TX area is $47,570 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $36,830 and $61,960.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Killeen?
Typical rent of $1,293 a month takes 32.6% 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 Killeen-Temple, TX metro area.