salary$41,540 a year$20 an hour · median pay in the Laredo, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,710per year
Top pay (top 10%)$55,160per year
Jobs in the area100people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Laredo?
Expensive. Rent of $1,110 a month takes 32.1% 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 Laredo, TX?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Laredo, TX area is $41,540 a year ($20 an hour). Most earn between $31,710 and $55,160.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Laredo?
Typical rent of $1,110 a month takes 32.1% 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 Laredo, TX metro area.