salary$45,970 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,320per year
Top pay (top 10%)$61,000per year
Jobs in the area800people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Lakeland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,676 a month takes 43.8% 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 Lakeland, FL?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area is $45,970 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $35,320 and $61,000.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Lakeland?
Typical rent of $1,676 a month takes 43.8% 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 Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro area.