salary$49,910 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Lincoln, NE area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,150per year
Top pay (top 10%)$69,400per year
Jobs in the area1,020people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Lincoln?
Expensive. Rent of $1,328 a month takes 31.9% 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 Lincoln, NE?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Lincoln, NE area is $49,910 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $39,150 and $69,400.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Lincoln?
Typical rent of $1,328 a month takes 31.9% 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 Lincoln, NE metro area.